Zélie, of French origin, means "gift from God" and is often associated with the Virgin Mary's cousin who cared for Jesus during her childhood. It has gained popularity as a unique yet meaningful choice among modern parents. Pronounced zeh-LEE, it's a charming name that exudes warmth and elegance.
The name Zelie experienced a significant increase in popularity between 2002 and 2023, with a total of 1031 babies given this name during that period. The most notable surge occurred from 2015 onwards, with the number of births more than doubling each year until reaching 142 in 2021, followed by a slight decrease to 115 in 2023. Before this trend began, the annual birth count fluctuated between 5 and 13, indicating that Zelie was not particularly common during those early years.