Zay

Zay is a term that can refer to multiple topics, most commonly as a given name or nickname, and as a transliteration of a letter in the Arabic alphabet. In Arabic, Zay (زاي) is the name of the fifth letter of the Arabic script, representing the “z” sound. The name of the letter is often transliterated into English as zay or zāy.

As a given name, Zay is used in various cultures and languages. It is frequently seen as a standalone name, particularly in English-speaking contexts, and is also employed as a short form or nickname for longer names such as Isaiah, Zayn, Zayden, or Zayne. In contemporary naming trends, Zay has gained popularity as a simple, one-syllable name.

In popular culture, Zay appears as a personal name or stage name for different individuals and fictional characters. Some people and creators choose Zay as an on‑screen or on‑record identifier, either in its lowercase form or stylized variants such as ZAY, depending on branding or stylistic preferences.

See also

Zayed, Zayn, Zayne, Zayden. These related names and terms reflect variations and related roots in different languages and naming conventions.