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Zaima

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How to Pronounce Zaima

Pronounced ZY-mah /ˈzaɪ.mə/Medium

Meaning: From the Arabic Za'ima (feminine of za'im), 'leader; chief; one who guarantees or provides.' A name of quiet authority, noted honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: A name of quiet strength: Zaima is Arabic for 'leader; guarantor' (said 'ZY-mah'). Assured and rare.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningFrom the Arabic Za'ima (feminine of za'im), 'leader; chief; one who guarantees or provides.' A name of quiet authority, noted honestly.
U.S. rank (2024)#17588 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 83
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Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202220062024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Zaima is Arabic for 'leader; guarantor,' the feminine of za'im ('chief; one who vouches for others'). It carries a sense of steady, providing strength, reading assured and warm. Rare in the U.S., mostly in Muslim families (said 'ZY-mah').

In the U.S. it appears only very rarely. Rare, assured, and strong.

Did you know? Zaima comes from the Arabic za'im, 'leader; chief; guarantor' — the feminine Za'ima naming one who leads and provides, a name of quiet authority noted honestly (said 'ZY-mah').
Overall data confidence 44%
References — Zaima — Arabic 'leader; guarantor' (za'im)

Variations

ZaimahZaeemaZaymah

Nicknames

ZaiMimi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Zaima mean?

Zaima is Arabic for 'leader; chief; guarantor,' the feminine of za'im.

How do you pronounce Zaima?

It's said ZY-mah /ˈzaɪ.mə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Zaima a girl's name?

Zaima is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Zaima?

Zaima is an extremely rare name in the U.S.

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