Zayan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zayan is an Arabic name meaning 'graceful' or 'beautiful', derived from classical Arabic. It has retained its meaning over time and is viewed positively in modern contexts. The name has no biblical relevance and has become increasingly popular in contemporary society, with variants like Zayyan and Zain. Notable individuals with this name include social media influencers and artists.
The name Zayan is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zayan has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Zayan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3451st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1372nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Zayan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zayan"
Pronunciation
/ˈzaɪən/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Zayan comes from the Arabic root meaning 'graceful' or 'beautiful'. It is often associated with qualities of elegance and charm.
Meaning
graceful, beautiful
Language Evolution
Zayan (modern Arabic), Zayan (classical Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name Zayan has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in Middle Eastern and South Asian communities, as a contemporary choice for boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Zayyan, Zain
Modern Popularity & Image
Zayan is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often chosen for its aesthetic and positive meaning.
Famous People
Zayan Al-Azmi (popular social media influencer), Zayan Abdul Rahman (noted artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zayan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Zayan"
"Zayan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3451st of 24088 | 446 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1372nd of 23106 | 1,607 |
Regional Popularity of "Zayan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
55.52% 2544th/4582 |
35.98% 1858th/5164 |
37.44% 2738th/7313 |
39.96% 2982nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.42% 1491st/3984 |
16.54% 742nd/4487 |
21.50% 1467th/6822 |
23.37% 1467th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zayan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zayan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zayan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.