Zaida
za(i)-da
US Popularity:4237
Origin:Arabic
Other Origin(s):Portuguese, Spanish
Meaning:Fortunate, prosperous, abundant; Increasing, growing, exceeding
Zaida is a girl’s name rooted in Arabic and beloved in Spanish and Portuguese. A feminine counterpart of Zayd and a form of Zada, Zaida means “fortunate,” “prosperous,” “abundant,” “increasing,” “growing,” and “exceeding,” a name bountiful in sentiment. In the 11th century, Zaida of Seville was a royal princess who sought refuge from political unrest in southern Spain. She is thought to have connections to the British royal family, although experts differ on the extent of her lineage. With such positive sentiments attached to the name, Zaida will inspire baby to flourish and thrive throughout life’s path.
Zaida Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Zaida is currently #3035 on The Bump
Girl:Zaida is currently #1354 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Zaida is currently #4237 in U.S. births
Girl:Zaida is currently #1504 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#4237
in 2022
- 421
from 2021
Sources
A Dictionary of Muslim Names Edited by Professor S.A Rahman, pg. 148
Name Doctor, Zaida
Behind the Name, Zaida, January 2022
Behind the Name, Zayd, November 2019
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 317
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