Zayvian first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Zayvian has been for the last 23 years (from 2002 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Zayvian

An invented name of uncertain meaning.

Popularity of Zayvian by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Zayvian is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 31 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Zayvian.

Year Male Count Female Count
2024 31 0
2023 43 0
2022 46 0
2021 52 0
2020 50 0
2019 37 0
2018 40 0
2017 29 0
2016 21 0
2015 34 0
2014 26 0
2013 15 0
2012 10 0
2011 24 0
2010 11 0
2009 15 0
2008 6 0
2007 11 0
2006 5 0
2005 6 0
2002 5 0

The history of the first name Zayvian

The given name Zayvian is a relatively modern invention, believed to have originated in the United States in the late 20th century. It does not appear to have any direct etymological roots in a specific language or culture, but rather seems to be a creative combination of existing name elements.

One possible origin could be a blend of the names Zayden and Vivian, both of which gained popularity in the 1990s and 2000s. The prefix "Zay" may be inspired by the Hebrew name Zayin, meaning "weapon" or "sword," while the suffix "-vian" could be derived from the Latin "vivianus," meaning "lively" or "vigorous."

Another potential influence could be the French name Xavier, which has been in use since the 16th century and is derived from the Basque word "etxe berri," meaning "new house." The inclusion of the letter "y" in Zayvian may have been a stylistic choice to give the name a more modern and distinctive appearance.

It is worth noting that the name Zayvian does not appear to have any significant historical references or mentions in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. This is likely due to its relatively recent emergence and lack of direct cultural or linguistic origins.

While the name Zayvian is still quite uncommon, there are a few notable individuals who have borne this name in recent years:

  1. Zayvian LeBaron (born 2009), a Canadian child actor known for his roles in television shows like "The Killjoys."
  2. Zayvian Blakney (born 2007), an American child actor who has appeared in films and television shows like "Shameless" and "The Detour."
  3. Zayvian Henderson (born 1997), an American football player who currently plays as a defensive back for the Houston Roughnecks in the XFL.
  4. Zayvian Wilkerson (born 2004), an American child actor known for his role in the film "The Hate U Give."
  5. Zayvian Ramos (born 2006), an American child actor who has appeared in television shows like "The Haunting of Hill House" and "Big Shot."

While the name Zayvian may not have a deep historical lineage, its uniqueness and creative construction have contributed to its increasing popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking distinctive and modern-sounding names for their children.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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