Female and male names starting with the letter "Z" .
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ZORIAN
MasculineUnique Slavic name meaning 'dawn' or 'morning', associated with fresh starts and hope, popular among Orthodox Christians due to Saint Zorian's martyrdom.
ZORIANA
FeminineLatin-derived name meaning 'star of the dawn,' popularized by ancient Persian prophet Zoroaster, and historically used for girls born around sunrise or destined for greatness.
ZORIANNA
FeminineCaptivating feminine name with unknown origins, possibly derived from Slavic elements meaning "dawn" or "morning," or a blend of names like Zora and Anna. Its mysterious roots add to its allure despite lacking historical relevance.
ZORIBEL
FeminineRare Basque girls' name meaning 'happiness', derived from the Basque word 'zorion'.
ZORICA
FeminineRare Slavic given name derived from "zora", meaning "dawn" or "morning".
ZORIE
FeminineDistinctive unisex name of unknown origin that has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and potential meanings derived from Latin or Greek words like "aurora" (dawn) or "zōrion" (animal).
ZORIELLE
FeminineIgbo name from Nigeria meaning 'masculine beauty'.
ZORIEN
MasculineDistinctive Persian name derived from "zor," meaning "strong.
ZORII
FeminineCaptivating, unique name of fictional origin from Star Wars, with meanings ranging from 'dawn' in Japanese to a variation of Greek 'life'. Its allure lies in its mysterious origins and distinctive sound.
ZORIN
MasculineRare Russian surname of unknown meaning, likely derived from the name Zorya meaning 'dawn'.
ZORINA
FeminineRare, captivating Slavic female name derived from 'zor', meaning 'dawn'. It signifies 'born at dawn' or 'daughter of dawn'.
ZORION
MasculineBasque name meaning 'happiness', popular among those seeking a meaningful yet unique name with cultural heritage.
ZORITA
FeminineZorita, of Spanish origin, means "fox" and symbolizes intelligence and cunning.
ZORIYA
FeminineUkrainian name derived from "zorja," meaning "morning star" or Venus, symbolizing radiance and hope, popularized during the Soviet era and Ukraine's independence movement.
ZORIYAH
FeminineHebrew name meaning 'remembered by God', originally used as a male name but now popular for both genders.
ZORKA
FeminineUnique South Slavic name meaning 'radiant' or 'shining', derived from the old personal name Žarka popular among Serbs and Croats in medieval times.
ZORO
MasculinePersian origin, means 'camel-riding' or 'golden donkey', derived from the Old Iranian word 'Zarathustra', and is associated with Zarathustra, the founder of Zoroastrianism.
ZORRIA
FeminineUncommon name of unknown origin, though some suggest it could be derived from Hebrew 'Zuriel', meaning 'rock of God'.
ZORRIAH
FeminineCaptivating Hebrew name derived from "zohar," meaning "radiance," and associated with concepts of light and divine beauty.
ZORRIE
FeminineScottish-Gaelic name meaning 'lively' or 'noisy', once used as a nickname for energetic individuals during the 18th-19th centuries.
ZORRO
MasculineSpanish given name meaning 'fox,' popularized by Johnston McCulley's 1919 novella featuring a masked avenger defending the oppressed.
ZORY
FeminineSlavic name derived from "zora," meaning "dawn" or "morning," symbolizing new beginnings and hope. It was traditionally given to girls born at sunrise and has been used throughout Eastern Europe, with notable bearers like Zoriah Shihab, a renowned Palestinian-American photographer. Despite its uniqueness, the name Zory remains appealing due to its rich history and meaningful significance.
ZORYA
FeminineSlavic-origin name derived from Ukrainian "зоря", meaning star, associated with light and guidance.
ZORYANA
FeminineUnique Slavic feminine name of Ukrainian origin, meaning "daughter of the dawn," symbolizing light and new beginnings.
ZOSER
MasculineAncient Egyptian name meaning 'Osiris', the god of resurrection, and is associated with King Djoser who built Egypt's first pyramids around 2630 BCE.
ZOSHA
FeminineUnique Hebrew name meaning "zealous" or "ardent," originating from the root word "zah" signifying enthusiasm in the Bible. It historically refers to the zealousness of High Priest Phinehas, making it a spiritual and devoted name despite its unisex appeal.
ZOSIA
FeminineLovely Polish girls' name meaning "God will help".
ZOUA
FeminineAfrican name from the Fulani people, meaning "prosperous" or "flourishing".
ZOUMANA
MasculineAfrican name from the Fulani ethnic group, predominantly found in Nigeria, meaning "patience" or "endurance," embodying qualities highly valued across cultures.
ZOURI
FeminineAfrican name of Shona origin from Zimbabwe, meaning "to dream.
ZOWEE
FeminineIntriguing African name from Nigeria's Yoruba culture, meaning 'female spirit' embodying creativity and fertility.
ZOWEY
FeminineUncommon name of uncertain origin, with no known meaning or cultural history.
ZOWIE
FeminineUnusual name of unknown origin, often associated with meanings such as uniqueness or surprise. Popularized by celebrities like Zowie Bowie, daughter of David Bowie, this striking name captivates people worldwide despite its uncertain beginnings.
ZOWII
FeminineCaptivating African name from Nigeria, meaning "beauty" in Igbo.
ZOYA
FeminineRussian name derived from Greek 'Zoe', meaning 'life'.
ZOYAH
FeminineHebrew unisex name derived from "Zayin" (strength) and "-yah" (relation to God), meaning "God is my strength".
ZOYE
FeminineRare Greek feminine given name derived from "zoe," meaning life, with historical significance in Christianity and ancient Greece.
ZOYLA
FeminineAfrican name of Yoruba origin, meaning "the one who creates joy," reflecting the belief in one's ability to spread happiness.
ZRIAH
FeminineHebrew name derived from 'Zriya', meaning 'poetry' or 'inspiration', associated with creativity in Hebrew culture.
ZRIYAH
FeminineArabic girls' name meaning "light" or "radiance", one of Allah's 99 beautiful names, and associated with brightness, intelligence, and beauty in Islamic culture and literature.