Zayne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zayne is an Arabic name meaning beauty or grace. It has evolved through different forms such as Zayn and Zaine. The name reflects traits of elegance and modernity. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century, becoming associated with contemporary culture.
The name Zayne is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zayne has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling 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, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Zayne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3128th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 901st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 427th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13728th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10406th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zayne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zayne"
Pronunciation
/zeɪn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Zayne is derived from the Arabic word 'zayn,' which means 'beauty' or 'grace.'
Meaning
beauty, grace
Language Evolution
Zayn, Zaine, Zayne
Historical Usage
The name Zayne gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by modern naming trends and pop culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Zain, Zayne, Zayne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zayne is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Zayne Malik, a British singer and songwriter known for his time in the band One Direction.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zayne"
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 "Zayne"
"Zayne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3128th of 16616 | 290 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 901st of 24088 | 3,217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 427th of 23106 | 8,690 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13728th of 35406 | 92 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10406th of 30306 | 111 |
Regional Popularity of "Zayne" 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) |
- | - |
54.51% 2831st/5194 |
58.14% 3673rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.93% 730th/4582 |
25.08% 1295th/5164 |
12.46% 911th/7313 |
13.36% 997th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
9.64% 384th/3984 |
10.70% 480th/4487 |
6.00% 409th/6822 |
7.54% 473rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zayne" 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 "Zayne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zayne" 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.