Zema is a name of Ethiopian origin, derived from the Amharic word "zemen", meaning "to wait" or "patient". It is predominantly used as a female given name in Ethiopia and among the Ethiopian diaspora around the world. The name Zema does not have any significant variations or nicknames, but it can be spelled differently depending on the language and culture, such as Zeeman in Amharic script.
Zema saw a significant increase in popularity from 2018 onwards, with a total of 145 babies named Zema born between 2011 and 2023.