Grain or to live
Zea is a botanical name derived from the Greek word for a type of cereal grain, specifically emmer wheat. It is also linked to the Greek root 'zao', meaning 'to live'. In modern usage, it is often chosen for its sleek, minimalist sound and its connection to the natural world.
Less common today
Zea isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,765 in 2013.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the video game series · Xenoblade Chronicles
