Zelia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Zelia originates from Greek, meaning zeal or ardor. It has evolved through various forms and is associated with traits of enthusiasm and dedication. There is no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and is currently viewed as unique and elegant.
The name Zelia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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. From 2020-2022, Zelia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Zelia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1883rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3639th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6271st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11640th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21402nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9161st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6010th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zelia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zelia"
Pronunciation
/ˈziːliə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Zelia is derived from the Greek word 'zelos', which means 'zeal' or 'ardor'. It is often associated with enthusiasm and dedication.
Meaning
Zeal, ardor
Language Evolution
Zelia, Zelias, Zel
Historical Usage
The name Zelia gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly among English-speaking populations.
Variants & Derivatives
Zel, Zelina, Zelina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zelia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Zelia N. M. G. C. P. P. C. M. Y. A. J. J. K. P. A. J. P. C. L. M. C. P. A. C. J. K. P. A.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zelia"
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 "Zelia"
"Zelia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1883rd of 9107 | 350 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3639th of 9204 | 115 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6271st of 12526 | 67 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11640th of 19264 | 31 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21402nd of 27321 | 14 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9161st of 35406 | 181 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6010th of 30306 | 247 |
Regional Popularity of "Zelia" 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 "Zelia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| 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% 7313th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zelia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zelia" 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.