Zayde
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Zayde
Zayde is a distinctive masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Yiddish word "zayde" meaning "grandfather," making it a meaningful choice for families honoring Jewish heritage or a beloved grandfather. Alternatively, it could be considered a variant spelling of Zaid, an Arabic name meaning "abundance" or "growth." The spelling with a final 'e' gives the name a modern touch while maintaining its cross-cultural appeal. Zayde has a contemporary sound with its trending initial 'Z' and smooth pronunciation, while still connecting to rich cultural traditions. Though uncommon in mainstream use, it offers a distinctive option that balances uniqueness with approachability.
Zayde is also given to girls.
Pronounced ZY-duh.
As of October 2026, Zayde ranked #3581 for boys in US births in 2025 and #17711 for girls in US births in 2022 SSA, peaked at #2703 for boys in 2024 and #12428 for girls in 2019.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | #3,878 | 28 | 14.6 |
| 2016 | #4,322 | 24 | 12.6 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | #4,351 | 24 | 13.2 |
| 2019 | #3,492 | 33 | 18.4 |
| 2020 | #2,923 | 41 | 23.8 |
| 2021 | #3,173 | 38 | 21.7 |
| 2022 | #2,751 | 48 | 27.5 |
| 2023 | #4,214 | 26 | 15.2 |
| 2024 | #2,703 | 49 | 28.4 |
| 2025 | #3,581 | 32 | 18.7 |