Zamiah

Meaning of Zamiah

Zamiah, a contemporary name with Anglo-American flair, reads like a carefully crafted blend of the Arabic-rooted Samia (“elevated”) and the Hebrew -iah suffix, conjuring notions of aspiration and quiet strength. Though its precise genealogy is undeniably modern, the phonetic echo of the Zamia cycads lends a subtle botanical resonance—an image of verdant resilience beneath a poised exterior. In the United States, fewer than fifteen baby girls received the name in 2024 (ranking around 937th), a statistical whisper amid the roar of more familiar choices—surely a consolation for parents who prize distinction without ostentation. Pronounced za-MY-uh (/zəˈmaɪə/), Zamiah balances melodic warmth with analytical poise, offering a name both fresh and enduring, as though it were designed to flourish in unexpected soil.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as za-MY-uh (/zəˈmaɪə/)

British English

  • Pronunced as za-MY-uh (/zəˈmaɪəː/)

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