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Zayda

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Pronounced ZAYD-a /ˈzeɪd.æ/Medium

Meaning: growth, abundanceMedium

In 30 seconds: Zayda is an Arabic name meaning 'growth' and 'abundance'.
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Origin MediumArabic
Meaninggrowth, abundance
U.S. rank (2024)#2592 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births68 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2020
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,246

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202019562024

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

History & Origin

Zayda comes from Arabic, carrying the prosperous meaning 'growth, abundance'. It shares a root with names built on the idea of increase and plenty.

No variant spellings are recorded here; the name stands on its own with a soft, open two-syllable sound.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Zayda is 'growth', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 62%
Behind the Name - Zayda — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSVEtymology — Zayda — meaning/etymology

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Zayda mean?

Zayda is usually explained as meaning 'growth' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Zayda?

It's commonly said ZAYD-a /ˈzeɪd.æ/.

Is Zayda a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Zayda is used as a girl name.

How popular is Zayda?

In 2024, Zayda ranked #2592 in the U.S. for girls, with 68 births recorded.