Zayonna is a captivating and unique name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'Zayona', which means 'to be joyous'. It is composed of two elements: 'Zaya', meaning 'to celebrate', and '-ona', a suffix that denotes action or state. This name reflects a sense of happiness and celebration, making it an expressive choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Zayonna experienced a surge in popularity between 2007 and 2014 with peaks of 11 births in 2011 and 9 births each in 2008, 2013, and 2014. However, it's notable that there were no recorded births for this name from 2004 to 2006, and after 2017, the number of births hovered around 7 annually until dropping to 6 in 2021.