Zendaya

The name Zendaya means 'to give thanks'. It is derived from the Bantu language family and carries significant cultural meaning in expressing gratitude and appreciation.

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Zendaya originates from an African linguistic root. It comes specifically from the Shona language, spoken by the Shona people in Zimbabwe.

  • Babies named Zendaya in the US in 2023:
    Female: 328
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Zen,Z,Zenny,Zena,ZeeZee.
  • Full Names: Zendaya Maree,Zendaya Moira,Zendaya Maia,Zendaya Michele,Zendaya Mabel.
  • Famous Namesakes: Zendaya Maree - Actress/Singer, Zendaya Coleman - Style Icon/Producer, Zendaya Stoermer - Dancer, Zendaya Chee - Digital Influencer, Zendaya Lewis - Environmental Activist.
  • Gender: Traditionally used as a feminine name, Zendaya carries unique, modern connotations and can be unisex.
  • Numerology: The numerological essence of Zendaya is associated with the number 9, which represents compassion, humanitarianism, and global consciousness. Individuals named Zendaya are often seen as insightful, generous, and empathetic, with a desire to make the world a better place.

The popularity of the name Zendaya surged in the early 2010s, notably due to cultural influences like actress and singer Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman. The name reflects modernity, charisma, and has been embraced for its distinctiveness and cultural richness.

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