Boy · 367th of 23,106
Zayn
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
11,830
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
1,431
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Zayn stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Zayn is an Arabic name meaning beauty or grace. It has evolved through forms like Zain and Zayne. The name has gained contemporary popularity thanks to notable figures, particularly in music. It carries a positive image and is seen as modern, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/zeɪn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Zayn is derived from the Arabic word 'zayn', which means 'beauty' or 'grace'.
Meaning
beauty, grace
Language Evolution
Zayn, Zain, Zayne
Historical Usage
The name Zayn has gained popularity in recent years, particularly with the rise of the singer Zayn Malik, who brought it into mainstream Western culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Zain, Zayne, Zay
Modern Popularity & Image
Zayn is perceived as a modern, trendy name often associated with talent and charisma, largely influenced by pop culture.
Famous People
Zayn Malik, Zayn al-Abidin
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,431 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9366th of 16616 | 39 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2600th of 24088 | 670 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 367th of 23106 | 11,023 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11981st of 30306 | 87 |