Fate, destiny, or blooming flower
Zaya has multiple potential roots, most notably as a Mongolian name meaning 'fate' or 'destiny.' In Arabic contexts, it is often considered a variant of Zahiya, meaning 'brilliant' or 'shining,' or related to the Hebrew name Zayah, meaning 'to bloom.'
About 170 girls were named Zaya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Daughter of NBA player Dwyane Wade and activist
The same feel as Zaya — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
