Radiant, brilliant, or flower
Zahniya is a modern American creation, likely derived from the Arabic root 'Zahra' meaning radiant or flower. It combines traditional phonetic elements with a contemporary suffix to create a unique, melodic sound. While its exact etymology is fluid, it is often associated with themes of light and beauty.
Less common today
Zahniya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,319 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
