Radiance, flower, or God has remembered
Zariyah is a modern name with multiple possible roots. It is often considered a variation of the Arabic name Zahra, meaning 'radiance' or 'flower', or a feminine elaboration of the Hebrew name Zechariah, meaning 'God has remembered'. Its rise in popularity is part of a broader trend of names ending in the stylish '-iyah' suffix.
About 448 girls were named Zariyah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the video game series · Overwatch
The same feel as Zariyah — far less common.
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