Zya
About Zya
Zya is a contemporary feminine name with a distinctively modern flair. It may have evolved as a creative variation of names like Zia or Zara, or as a shortened form of longer names beginning with 'Z'. The name is characterized by its brevity and the exotic 'Z' beginning, making it stand out in a crowd. Zya has gained some popularity in the United States in recent decades as parents increasingly seek unique, shorter names with distinctive sounds. The name carries a sense of strength and individuality, appealing to parents looking for something contemporary yet straightforward. While not among the most common names, Zya represents the trend toward concise, vibrant names with international appeal.
Pronounced ZY-uh.
As of October 2026, Zya ranked #1910 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1514 in 2022.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,101 | 37 | 20.7 |
| 2015 | #3,089 | 55 | 30.8 |
| 2016 | #2,797 | 62 | 35 |
| 2017 | #3,242 | 50 | 29 |
| 2018 | #3,156 | 52 | 30.6 |
| 2019 | #3,387 | 47 | 28 |
| 2020 | #2,466 | 71 | 43.9 |
| 2021 | #2,344 | 78 | 47.5 |
| 2022 | #1,514 | 144 | 87.8 |
| 2023 | #2,242 | 84 | 52.4 |
| 2024 | #1,629 | 127 | 78.4 |
| 2025 | #1,910 | 102 | 63.5 |
World rankings
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