Female and male first names beginning with the letter “Z”..

ZELA

Female

Captivating feminine name of African origin, meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful' in Swahili.

ZELAH

Female

Captivating Hebrew name meaning 'shadow,' derived from 'Tzila.' It was famously the wife of Absalom in Jewish culture.

ZELAIA

Female

Basque name meaning "the plain's owner," symbolizing connection to nature and timelessness.

ZELAN

Male

Intriguing name of uncertain origin and meaning, often associated with Saint Zelan, a 6th-century Breton saint known for his holiness and miracles.

ZELAND

Male

Uncommon given name of unknown origin and meaning, used for both boys and girls throughout history.

ZELANI

Female

Unique African origin given name derived from Swahili, meaning "born during the rainy season," symbolizing abundance and prosperity in Swahili culture.

ZELAYA

Female

Distinct Spanish name derived from the Basque surname "Zelaia," meaning 'valley.'

ZELAYAH

Female

Captivating Berber girls' name meaning "morning," symbolizing new beginnings and brightness.

ZELBERT

Male

Rare German name derived from "zelten," meaning "to camp" or "to pitch a tent." It was likely coined as a humorous variation of common Germanic names like Zelius or Zelter, reflecting adventure and outdoor spirit.

ZELDA

Female

Distinctive name of uncertain origin, popularized by Nintendo's iconic princess character, with recorded uses dating back to Lewis Carroll's 1890 novel "Through the Looking-Glass.

ZELDA

Male

Enchanting name with unknown etymology, popularized by L. Frank Baum in his Oz series and believed to be inspired by opera singer Zelda Zander, symbolizing royalty and fantasy.

ZELDER

Female

Rare German name derived from the elements "sigi" (victory) and "heri" (army), meaning "victorious army".

ZELDIA

Female

Rare and captivating name with unknown origins, making it a unique choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.

ZELDON

Male

English name derived from the Old English word 'seolh', meaning 'sun'.

ZELDRIS

Male

Unique given name with unknown origin, popularized by fantasy literature and video games, notably in the "Naruto" series and potentially inspired by "The Legend of Zelda". Its meaning remains undetermined.

ZELDY

Female

Unique Hebrew female name meaning "shadow," derived from the Bible's Tzila, one of seven courageous daughters of Zelophehad.

ZELENA

Female

Slavic girl's name meaning "green," associated with Saint Zelena and believed to bring good fortune in some cultures.

ZELENE

Female

Rare yet captivating Greek name derived from "zelantha," meaning "beautiful green.

ZELENIA

Female

Rare, captivating name of Croatian origin, meaning "green," symbolizing hope or renewal.

ZELIA

Female

Rare but captivating female name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Zelius, meaning 'zeal' or 'zealous', and likely used as an agnomen for someone displaying great enthusiasm.

ZELIAH

Female

Hebrew name meaning "shadow" or "shade", with historical ties to biblical figures like Zelophehad's daughters, and global popularity across various cultures.

ZELIE

Female

Zélie is a unique French feminine given name derived from 'zèbre', meaning zebra, coined by author George Sand in her 1850 novel 'Zélie dans les bois'.

ZELIG

Male

Rare and notable Hebrew name meaning "shadow", popularized by Woody Allen's 1983 film but tracing back centuries in Jewish tradition.

ZELILAH

Female

Rare Hebrew female name derived from "Tzila", meaning 'shadow'. It was popularized by French novelist Honoré de Balzac in his novel 'Le Cousin Bette'. The name's association with shadows can evoke ideas of mystery, protection or guidance.

ZELINA

Female

Slavic-derived feminine given name meaning "green" associated with nature and growth.

ZELINDA

Female

Distinctive Italian name derived from Zelia, which originates from the Greek word 'zelos', meaning 'zeal' or 'zealousness'. Historically significant in both Greek mythology and the Italian Renaissance, Zelinda signifies enthusiasm and fervor.

ZELINE

Female

Arabic-origin female given name derived from "Zaynab," meaning "beauty" or "flower." It signifies elegance, grace, and charm.

ZELJKO

Male

Male name of Slavic origin that means 'to strive' or 'to long for'.

ZELL

Female

Unique Welsh name meaning 'peaceful,' derived from the legendary hero Celuis in Welsh mythology.

ZELL

Male

German-origin name derived from 'zello', meaning 'war' or 'battle', popularized by Swiss psychologist Carl Gustav Jung.

ZELLA

Female

German-origin female name derived from 'seli', meaning 'blessed' or 'happy'.

ZELLAH

Female

Unique female name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Tsiyon' meaning Jerusalem, embodying its spirit.

ZELLAMAE

Female

Uncommon but beloved American name, of Scottish descent, popularized by Ernest Hemingway's novel "A Farewell to Arms". It combines elements from German and English names, potentially meaning 'battle Margaret'.

ZELLAR

Female

Unique, modern name of unknown origin with no clear meaning or historical precedent.

ZELLE

Female

Zella is a German origin name meaning "war," originally derived from the Germanic word for victory, popularized in the Middle Ages despite its potential intimidation.

ZELLIA

Female

Distinctive feminine name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Tzillah' meaning 'shadow', offering a unique yet meaningful choice.

ZELLIE

Female

Unique, German-origin name derived from "selig," meaning blessed or happy. It has gained popularity recently due to its uncommon yet endearing sound and positive meaning.

ZELLIE

Male

Zellie, of Hebrew origin, means 'small cell' or 'small room,' signifying growth, renewal, and beginnings.

ZELLINE

Female

Unique Italian feminine given name originating from the Latin word "cellula," meaning "small cell." Though it lacks a direct English translation, Zelline carries associations with uniqueness and sophistication due to its rarity and Italian origins.

ZELMA

Male

Distinctive Hebrew female name meaning 'dream' or 'vision'.