Zakya is a unique and captivating female given name of Arabic origin. Derived from the root word "zakiy", which means "pure" or "chaste", Zakya translates to "the pure one". This name has a rich historical significance as well, often associated with Zakiyya bint Muhammad ibn Hisham, a prominent figure in early Islamic history who was renowned for her piety and virtue. Throughout the centuries, Zakya has been chosen by parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their daughters, reflecting its deep-rooted symbolism of purity and nobility.
The name Zakya has seen a varied number of births over the years in the United States. In 1998, there were 8 births, which then decreased to 5 in 2000. The following year, 2001, saw a slight increase with 6 births. However, from 2002 onwards, the number of births began to rise steadily.
In 2003, there were 14 births, marking a significant increase compared to previous years. This trend continued into 2004 and 2005, with 12 and 11 births respectively. The peak year for Zakya births was in 2006, with a total of 17 newborns.
The following years saw a slight fluctuation in the number of births. In 2007 and 2008, there were 15 and 12 births respectively. This pattern continued until 2014, after which the number of births began to decrease again.
From 2015 onwards, the number of Zakya births has been consistently around 8 per year, with a slight dip to 7 in 2017.
In total, over these years, there have been 192 births with the name Zakya in the United States.