Zalaiyah
Meaning of Zalaiyah
Zalaiyah is a recently emerging feminine name whose precise origin is more inventive than traditional, yet its phonetic cadence carries a subtle Persian undertone, conjuring the first glow of dawn across a desert oasis. Pronounced zuh-LIE-uh (/zəˈlaɪə/) in American English, it has maintained a modest but steady presence in U.S. birth records from 2012 to 2024, ranking between 930 and 946 and peaking at 14 newborns in 2022. This data-driven consistency suggests that Zalaiyah appeals to parents seeking individuality without courting obscurity—much like choosing a handwoven carpet that stands out in the bazaar without drawing puzzled glances. Blending contemporary naming patterns with the timeless allure of Persian poetic tradition, Zalaiyah offers a fresh yet resonant choice for a daughter’s name.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as zuh-LIE-uh (/zəˈlaɪə/)
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