Zendaya
Zendaya is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
To give thanks.
Origin and history
Zendaya is a feminine name derived from the Shona name Tendai, meaning 'to give thanks'. The name rose significantly in public awareness due to the American actress and singer Zendaya Coleman. In recent years, its usage as a given name in the United States has increased steadily.
Popularity in the United States
3,873 babies in the United States have been named Zendaya since 1880. It ranks #2838 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #851.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.9 %)
- FL (9.5 %)
- CA (9.2 %)
- NY (8.6 %)
- OH (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,057 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,816 |
Famous people named Zendaya
- Zendaya Coleman: Actress, Singer
Fun facts
- The name is a variation of Tendai, a traditional Shona name from Zimbabwe.
- Its adoption in the United States closely parallels the career rise of the single-named Emmy-winning actress Zendaya.