Zayn Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name saw a huge rise in the United States in 2016, with the highest recorded use in 2023 when 1,413 babies were named Zayn.

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A Deep Dive

Zayn Overview

Meaning

Beauty, grace

Gender

Boy

Origin

Arabic

Etymology

Derived from the Arabic word “Zayn,” meaning “beauty” or “grace.”

Religion

Islam

Pronunciation

/zeɪn/

Popularity

Zayn is a favored name in Arabic-speaking countries and has gained recognition globally. In 2023, Zayn ranked #329 for boys in the USA.

Syllable

1 syllable

Length

4 letters

Numerology

3 (Expressive, Social, Artistic)

Name Styles

Exotic, Modern, Cool, Traditional, Short

Associated Traits

Graceful, elegant, unique
A Deep Dive

Zayn Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Zane, Zain, Zayne, Zainy, Zayen

Common Nicknames

Zany, Zino, Zeno, Zano

Diminutives

Z, Zay, Zee, Zan, Zy

Famous People

  • Zayn Malik
    (British Singer)
  • Zayn Marie Khan
    (Indian Actress)
  • Zayn Mohammed
    (British Guitarist)
  • Zayn Ali Salman
    (British Child Footballer)
  • Zayn Al-Abidin
    (Islamic Scholar)
  • Zayn Jaffer (Canadian Entrepreneur

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Zayn"
    (Album)
  • Zayn Jaffer
    ("EastEnders," TV Series)
  • "Zayn: The Official Autobiography"
    (Book)
  • "Zayn x Versus"
    (Fashion Line)
  • Zayn Malik
    ("Saturday Night Live," TV Series)
  • "Mind of Mine"
    (Album)
  • "Icarus Falls"
    (Album)

What Is the Meaning of Zayn?

Zayn means “beauty” or “grace.” It conveys an aura of elegance and charm, suggesting a person with a captivating presence.

What Is the Origin of The Name Zayn?

Zayn, a name steeped in Arabic culture, originates from the word “zayn,” meaning “beauty” or “grace.” This translates into attributes of attractiveness and charm.

Zayn Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Zayn in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2822021#2752022#2452023
Top 3 Rankings#2452023#2752022#2822021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Zayn

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023245
(+30 from 2022)
1413
(+151 from 2022)
0.07716
2022275
(+7 from 2021)
1262
(+36 from 2021)
0.06738
2021282
(+29 from 2020)
1226
(+168 from 2020)
0.06544
2020311
(+29 from 2019)
1058
(+72 from 2019)
0.05720
2019340
(-4 from 2018)
986
(-13 from 2018)
0.05131
2018336
(+8 from 2017)
999
(+6 from 2017)
0.05140
2017344
(+75 from 2016)
993
(+245 from 2016)
0.05017
2016419
(+224 from 2015)
748
(+342 from 2015)
0.03693
2015643
(+186 from 2014)
406
(+134 from 2014)
0.01986
2014829
(+65 from 2013)
272
(+39 from 2013)
0.01327
2013894
(+405 from 2012)
233
(+100 from 2012)
0.01153
20121299
(+1247 from 2011)
133
(+85 from 2011)
0.00655
20112546
(+85 from 2010)
48
(+2 from 2010)
0.00236
20102631
(-284 from 2009)
46
(-9 from 2009)
0.00224
20092347
(+285 from 2008)
55
(+8 from 2008)
0.00259
20082632
(+11 from 2007)
47
(+1 from 2007)
0.00216
20072643
(+238 from 2006)
46
(+7 from 2006)
0.00208
20062881
(-130 from 2005)
39
No change from 2005
0.00178
20052751
(-152 from 2004)
39
(-2 from 2004)
0.00183
20042599
(-129 from 2003)
41
(-1 from 2003)
0.00194
20032470
(+34 from 2002)
42
(+3 from 2002)
0.00200
20022504
(+1469 from 2001)
39
(+19 from 2001)
0.00189
20013973
(-209 from 2000)
20
(-1 from 2000)
0.00097
20003764
(-284 from 1999)
21
(-1 from 1999)
0.00101
19993480
(+932 from 1998)
22
(+7 from 1998)
0.00108
19984412
(-354 from 1997)
15
(-1 from 1997)
0.00074
19974058
(+1128 from 1996)
16
(+5 from 1996)
0.00080
19965186
(-908 from 1995)
11
(-3 from 1995)
0.00055
19954278
(+1589 from 1994)
14
(+5 from 1994)
0.00070
19945867
(+2833 from 1993)
9
(+4 from 1993)
0.00044
19938700
First SSA data recorded
5
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0.00024
19920
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0
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0.0000
19910
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0
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0.0000
19900
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0
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0.0000
19890
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0
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0.0000
19880
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0
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0.0000
19870
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0
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0.0000
19860
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0
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0.0000
19850
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0.0000
19840
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19830
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19820
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19810
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19800
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0.0000
19790
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19780
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19770
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19760
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19720
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19710
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19700
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19690
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19680
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19670
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19650
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19640
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19490
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19280
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19250
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19230
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19220
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19210
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19200
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19180
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19150
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19120
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19110
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19100
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19090
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19080
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American States Popularity Rankings for Zayn

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2262021#2332022#1822023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2892021#3002022#2662023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2052021#1602022#1402023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2292021#2002022#2132023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1902021#1762022#1812023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1782021#1462022#1882023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2532021#2012022#2232023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#2892021#2732022#2552023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#3192021#3692022#3362023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2672021#2302022#1542023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3072021#3412022#3842023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#3702021#3652022#3082023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2732021#3762022#3132023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#2922021#2672022#2012023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2272021#3052022#1982023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2912021#4282022#2592023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#2922021#1952022#2272023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#3902021#4812022#3032023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#4312021#4282022#5712023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#3532021#5892022#4262023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#5282021#3892022#2872023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#2942021#2862022#2042023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#4242021#3582022#3862023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3882021#4762022#4002023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#4892021#5352022#2932023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#3352021#5042022#2152023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#5432021#2872022#3632023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#3862021#4402022#5112023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#4622021#4442022#8382023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#3482021#3152022#3752023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#5002020#6832022#3722023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#5572021#5082022#5102023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1512020#2582021#1052023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#4502020#4642021#3092023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#4862019#6312020#5002021

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2602020#3612021#2302023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#4272021#4322022#3262023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#4832020#4222022#4842023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2262017#2182019#2412020

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2882017#4012018

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#2552021#2012022

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#2402016#2032021

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1422023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#4732023

Popularity Rankings for Zayn in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#1542020#1142021#832022

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#932021#952022#972023

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#1682020#1142021#972022

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1102021#1062022#1122023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#1402020#1422021#1082022

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3692021#2512022#1522023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#1832019#1812020#1672021

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#4422020#2002021#1692022

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#2722021#2332022#1902023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#2572021#2622022#2032023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#3532021#2922022#2312023

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#3182022#2602023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3742021#3522022#3952023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#4282022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Zayn a Name for Boys or Girls?

While Zayn is typically a male name in Arabic regions, it has also been adopted as a unisex name in some Western cultures.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Zayn

Zayn in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Zayn Malik (Singer, born 1993): A British singer who gained fame as a member of the boy band One Direction and later achieved success as a solo artist.
  • Zayn Marie Khan (Actress, born 1993): An Indian actress who has appeared in several Bollywood films and web series.
  • Zayn Mohammed (Guitarist, born 1987): A British jazz guitarist known for his performances and recordings in the jazz fusion genre.
  • Zayn Ali Salman (Child Footballer, born 2016): A British child footballer who became the youngest-ever recruit for Arsenal Football Club’s pre-academy.
  • Zayn Al-Abidin (Scholar, 659–713): A revered Islamic scholar and great-grandson of Prophet Muhammad, highly respected in Shia Islam.
  • Zayn Jaffer (Entrepreneur, born 1985): A Canadian entrepreneur and tech innovator who founded several successful startups in the technology sector.
  • Zayn Singh (Chef, born 1978): An Australian chef recognized for his unique fusion cuisine and television appearances.
  • Zayn Qureshi (Economist, born 1980): A Pakistani economist and policy advisor who has worked with major international organizations.
  • "Zayn" (2016 Album): The debut solo album by Zayn Malik after leaving One Direction.
  • Zayn Jaffer ("EastEnders," 1985 TV Series): A character involved in various dramatic storylines within the long-running British soap opera.
  • Zayn ("Zayn: The Official Autobiography," 2016 Book): An autobiography by Zayn Malik detailing his life and career.
  • Zayn ("Zayn x Versus," 2017 Fashion Line): A fashion collaboration between Zayn Malik and the Versace brand.
  • Zayn Malik ("Saturday Night Live," 2020 TV Series): Appeared as a musical guest performing songs from his solo career.
  • Zayn ("Mind of Mine," 2016 Album): An album by Zayn Malik exploring his personal and artistic journey post-One Direction.
  • Zayn ("Icarus Falls," 2018 Album): The second studio album by Zayn Malik, featuring themes of love and introspection.
  • Zayn Square (Tehran, Iran): A public square in the capital city of Iran, featuring a variety of shops and cultural attractions.
  • Zayn Park (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia): A recreational park located in the heart of Riyadh, offering green spaces and family-friendly facilities.
  • Zayn Mountain (Mecca Province, Saudi Arabia): A notable mountain located near the city of Mecca, significant in local geography and culture.
  • Zayn Road (Amman, Jordan): A major roadway in Amman, lined with residential and commercial establishments.
  • Zayn Garden (Dubai, UAE): A beautifully landscaped garden in Dubai, providing a serene escape from the bustling city life.
  • Zayn River (Gaza Strip, Palestine): A small river flowing through the Gaza Strip, impacting local agriculture and communities.
  • Zayn Village (Alexandria Governorate, Egypt): A village in northern Egypt, characterized by its agricultural landscape and local traditions.
  • Zayn Lake (Punjab, Pakistan): A freshwater lake situated in Punjab, offering scenic views and a habitat for various wildlife species.

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