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Ziyah

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Pronounced ZEEIHAH /ˈziɪɑ/Medium

Meaning: light, radiance, splendourMedium

In 30 seconds: Ziyah is an Arabic girl's name meaning 'light, radiance, splendour.'

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Origin MediumArabic

Meaninglight, radiance, splendour

U.S. rank (2025)#2777 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births62 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,354

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Ziyah comes from Arabic and means 'light' or 'radiance,' a name built on the imagery of brightness and splendour. It belongs to the rich tradition of Arabic names that draw on light as a theme.

The name has a bright, two-syllable lift, with the trailing -h giving its spelling a graceful finish.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Ziyah is 'splendour, light, glow', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 62%

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ziyah mean?

Ziyah is usually explained as meaning 'splendour, light, glow' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Ziyah?

It's commonly said ZEEIHAH /ˈziɪɑ/.

Is Ziyah a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Ziyah?

In 2024, Ziyah ranked #2552 in the U.S. for girls, with 70 births recorded.