Female and male names starting with the letter "Z" .

ZENAYAH

Feminine

Hebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'beauty', originating from the Book of Isaiah and popular among those appreciating unique, meaningful names with positive connotations despite its relative rarity.

ZENAYDA

Feminine

Spanish-derived name meaning 'life', inspired by the legendary figure Zenobia and signifying strength and resilience.

ZENDA

Feminine

Captivating feminine name of Slavic origin meaning "gift," popularized by Anthony Hope's novel "The Prisoner of Zenda.

ZENDAIYA

Feminine

Japanese name derived from 'zen' meaning 'complete', and 'daiya' with spiritual significance. It symbolizes renewal and positivity, with historical ties to reincarnation beliefs.

ZENDAYA

Feminine

Unique African-origin name meaning "to give thanks" in the Shona language, popularized by actress Zendaya Coleman.

ZENDAYAH

Feminine

Beautiful African origin name derived from "Zenda", meaning "to give birth". It signifies either "born on a Tuesday" or "the joyful one", reflecting positivity and creativity.

ZENDE

Masculine

Intriguing African name from the Congo region, meaning 'happy' or 'content', reflecting its bearer's joyful spirit.

ZENDELL

Masculine

Recently created name with no specific historical or linguistic origin. Its meaning is interpreted subjectively, often associated with "zen" (peace) and "dell" (valley), making it unique and memorable.

ZENDEN

Masculine

Unique, German-origin name derived from "zindi," meaning "enemy," but this meaning is not typically associated with it today. It evolved into a given name after being used as a surname by German settlers in the Middle Ages.

ZENDER

Masculine

Rare, Hebrew-origin name derived from "zander," meaning "to sing.

ZENDEYA

Feminine

Unique African name of Yoruba origin meaning "to remember joy".

ZENDIYA

Feminine

Rare and beautiful African name from the Yoruba people, meaning "the crown of beauty".

ZENDRA

Feminine

Enigmatic name with unknown origins, allowing each bearer to create their own identity and story around it. While some sources suggest connections to Latin, Semitic, or Slavic languages, no definitive etymology exists. Throughout history, notable figures like Zandra Rhodes have made significant contributions in fields such as fashion design, despite the name's uncertain meaning.

ZENDRE

Feminine

Rare French name meaning "defender" or "protector," inspired by Latin 'sentinella'.

ZENDY

Feminine

Captivating unisex name of Persian origin, meaning "enlightened" or "illuminated," popularized globally through cultural exchange.

ZENE

Feminine

Intriguing African name of Yoruba origin, translating to 'festivity', and signifying joy and celebration.

ZENEIDA

Feminine

Spanish name derived from the Basque 'Zenobia', meaning 'life' or 'lively'.

ZENEN

Masculine

Rare Berber name meaning 'twin', celebrating duality and deeply rooted in North African history.

ZENETH

Feminine

Unique name of unknown origin that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries despite its unclear etymology and uncertain meaning. Some associate it with the Greek word "zen" or suggest it's a variant of Hebrew name Zenith, but there are no definitive origins or meanings.

ZENETTA

Feminine

Rare, distinctive Italian name derived from 'zenit,' meaning 'midday' or 'noon.' Its origin dates back to medieval Italy.

ZENEYDA

Feminine

Rare and elegant Latin-derived name, originally Zenobia, meaning "life of Zeus," the Roman god of power and wisdom.

ZENI

Feminine

Japanese-origin unisex name derived from "zeni," meaning "money" or "coin." Historically used in ancient Japan for children of wealthy families or believed to have good fortune, Zeni now has broader recognition worldwide, symbolizing wealth, luck, or prosperity depending on cultural context.

ZENIA

Feminine

Zenia, of Latin origin, means 'of Zephyr', the Greek wind god.

ZENIAH

Feminine

Arabic feminine name meaning "beautiful" or "radiant," derived from the word "Zenya." It is associated with elegance and inner beauty, and has historical ties to Islamic culture through Prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatima az-Zahra.

ZENIDA

Feminine

Spanish name of Basque origin, meaning "life," associated with legendary Queen Zenobia of Palmyra.

ZENIS

Masculine

Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'west wind', inspired by the Roman god of gentle breezes.

ZENITA

Feminine

Arabic-derived name meaning "bright" or "radiant," often associated with light, beauty, and intelligence. It has been traditionally given to girls believed to bring positivity into families' lives, gaining popularity worldwide despite its Middle Eastern roots. Today, Zenita remains a distinctive and meaningful choice reflecting inner beauty and intelligence, transcending cultural boundaries.

ZENITH

Feminine

Distinctive given name originating from French astronomy, referring to the highest point of the sky above an observer's head, symbolizing ambition and achievement.

ZENITH

Masculine

English given name derived from Middle French 'zenith' and Arabic 'samt al-ra's', meaning "the highest point" or "way of the head".

ZENIYA

Feminine

Slavic name meaning 'wife' or 'married woman', popular in Eastern Europe since ancient times and associated with strength, grace, and devotion.

ZENIYAH

Feminine

Zeniyah, of African origin, means "born on a Thursday" in Swahili and celebrates the joy of birth on that specific day.

ZENJA

Feminine

Rare Japanese name that combines 'Zen' (meditation) with 'Ja' (sound of wind through pine trees), symbolizing harmony between tranquility and resilience.

ZENLEY

Feminine

Rare, unique given name with unknown origins and no widely accepted meaning.

ZENN

Masculine

Uncommon female name of unknown Irish or Scottish origin, with no established meaning but gaining popularity due to its unique sound.

ZENNA

Feminine

Uncommon female given name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from the Greek word "zen," meaning life. Despite its mysterious past, Zenna has gained some popularity in recent years and was first recorded as a popular baby name in the United States in 2013. Its uniqueness makes it a memorable choice for parents seeking an unusual name for their daughter.

ZENNI

Feminine

Rare African given name of Swahili origin, meaning 'stranger' or 'foreigner', often bestowed upon children born to travelers or considered unique.

ZENNIA

Feminine

Enchanting Yoruba name of African origin, derived from 'Ozennia' meaning 'Mother's joy', and believed to embody the strength of Oya, the orisha of wind and storms.

ZENNIAH

Feminine

Unique African feminine name derived from Swahili "Zenzi," meaning "born on Friday," associated with luck and the Roman goddess Venus.

ZENNIE

Masculine

Enigmatic name of unknown origin, gaining popularity recently, with no documented historical significance.

ZENNIE

Feminine

Uncommon given name of unknown origin, though some believe it to be a variant spelling of Arabic-origin Zenobia, meaning "generous." It has been used as a female and unisex name in recent years, with notable bearer Zenobia LaVette, known professionally as Zenzi.