Success, light, or river
Zeya is a name with multiple possible roots, most notably linked to the Arabic word for success or radiance. It is also the name of a major river in Russia, which may appeal to parents looking for a geographical connection. In some contexts, it is considered a modern variation of names like Zaya or Zia.
Less common today
Zeya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,197 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
