Zia
/ZEEUH/ Afghan Female
Meaning & Origin
Zia is a Afghan name meaning "Splendor, light". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Albania, Austria, Bangladesh. The etymology is uncertain, with potential origins in Italian, Arabic, or Latin. Some believe it derives from the Italian Lucrezia or Grazia, while others suggest a connection to Arabic words related to radiance.
Quick Facts
Language Afghan
Gender Female
Phonetic ZEEUH
IPA ˈziə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ZEEUH. Keep the original Afghan phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Zia
- · Zia Anger - Filmmaker
- · Zia McCabe - Musician
Similar Names
Know how to say this name?
Record your pronunciation to help others.