Beauty, grace, or excellence
Derived from the Arabic root Z-Y-N, the name signifies beauty, adornment, and excellence. It is a popular name in the Muslim world and gained significant international recognition through modern pop culture. It conveys a sense of both physical handsomeness and inner grace.
About 1,381 boys were named Zayn in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
British singer and former member of One Direction
Indian television actor
The same feel as Zayn — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.