Ziya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ziya is an Arabic name meaning 'light' or 'radiance', symbolizing enlightenment. It has evolved through various historical forms and is commonly used in Middle Eastern and South Asian cultures. The name carries positive traits and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed as modern and appealing today.
The name Ziya is most popular in Georgia, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ziya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Ziya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20994th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11719th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1901st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ziya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ziya"
Pronunciation
/ˈziː.jə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Ziya derives from the Arabic word 'ziya', which means 'light' or 'radiance'. It is often associated with enlightenment and brightness.
Meaning
light, radiance
Language Evolution
Ziya, Ziya al-Din, Ziyauddin
Historical Usage
Ziya has been used in various cultures, particularly in the Middle East and South Asia, gaining popularity in the 20th century as a name symbolizing positivity and brightness.
Variants & Derivatives
Ziya al-Din, Ziyauddin, Ziyad
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ziya is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often chosen for its positive connotation and aesthetic appeal.
Famous People
Ziya Gökalp, Ziya Azazi, Ziya Pasha
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ziya"
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 "Ziya"
"Ziya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20994th of 24088 | 10 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11719th of 23106 | 53 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4752nd of 35406 | 447 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1901st of 30306 | 1,280 |
Regional Popularity of "Ziya" 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 "Ziya" 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) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
49.84% 3645th/7313 |
92.47% 6901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
44.63% 1778th/3984 |
43.75% 1963rd/4487 |
25.46% 1737th/6822 |
39.02% 2449th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ziya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ziya" 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.