Originating from the Siberian Yupik language, 'Zaya' is an uncommon yet captivating female given name. This name carries a unique touch of exoticism and individuality, often drawing attention due to its rarity. Zaya is pronounced 'Za-ya', with each syllable equally emphasized, lending it a rhythmical flow.
The name Zaya saw a notable increase in popularity from 2015 onwards, with a spike in births from 8 in 2015 to 9 in 2018. However, it has since stabilized around the 6-7 births per year range.