Zendaya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zendaya is an American name derived from the Shona word meaning 'to give thanks'. It has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly through the fame of actress Zendaya. The name reflects a modern cultural significance and is associated with gratitude. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Zendaya is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zendaya has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Zendaya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10514th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 920th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zendaya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zendaya"
Pronunciation
/zɛnˈdeɪ.ə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Zendaya is derived from the Shona word 'tenda', meaning 'to give thanks' or 'to be grateful'. The name was popularized by the American actress and singer Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman.
Meaning
to give thanks
Language Evolution
Zendaya
Historical Usage
The name Zendaya gained popularity in the early 2010s, particularly after the rise of the actress in television and film, most notably through her role in Disney Channel's 'Shake It Up' and the film 'Spider-Man: Homecoming'.
Variants & Derivatives
Zenny, Daya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zendaya is viewed as a modern icon in entertainment and fashion, known for her diverse roles and advocacy for various social issues.
Famous People
Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zendaya"
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 "Zendaya"
"Zendaya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10514th of 35406 | 146 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 920th of 30306 | 3,526 |
Regional Popularity of "Zendaya" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Zendaya" 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) |
80.90% 3707th/4582 |
91.27% 4713th/5164 |
63.09% 4614th/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
21.71% 865th/3984 |
19.63% 881st/4487 |
12.91% 881st/6822 |
17.89% 1123rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zendaya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zendaya" 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.