| Meaning | grandfather, abundance |
| Origin | Hebrew, Yiddish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Zayde |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Zay-de |
About Zayde
Distinctive and spirited, this name brings fresh energy to traditional naming conventions. The Z beginning immediately captures attention, while the -ayde ending creates a soft, approachable finish that prevents the name from feeling too sharp or aggressive. It's uncommon without being bizarre, offering a child the gift of uniqueness without the burden of constant mispronunciation or misspelling. The name has a rhythmic quality that makes it fun to say, and it carries a contemporary coolness that appeals to modern sensibilities. Parents who choose this name often want their son to stand out, to have something that reflects individuality and creative spirit. It's youthful and dynamic, suggesting someone who won't follow the crowd but will forge their own path.
Nicknames for Zayde
| Zay |
| De |
| Zaydy |
| ZD |
Famous People Named Zayde
| Zayde Wolf | American musician and singer-songwriter |
| Zayde Wølf | Danish singer and producer |
| Zayde Smith | American novelist and essayist |
| Zayde R. Wolf | American artist and designer |
| Zayde Dombrowski | Australian comedian and actor |
| Zayde A. Antrim | American historian and author |
| Zayde Thomas | American football player |
| Zayde Widdowson | British dancer and choreographer |
| Zayde Wisdom | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Zayde Buti | Italian footballer |
| Zayde Alie | Sierra Leonean politician |
| Zayde Elon | South African rabbi and author |
| Zayde Jackson | American filmmaker |
| Zayde Z. Wolf | American poet and writer |
| Zayde Radwan | Egyptian actor |
| Zayde Naquib | Egyptian architect |
| Zayde Petit | French rugby player |
| Zayde Wingo | American jazz musician |
| Zayde Lawrence | British wrestler |
| Zayde Machado | Uruguayan rugby player |
Characters Named Zayde
| Zayde Jones | Character in a mystery novel series |
| Zayde Silver | Wizard character in a fantasy book |
| Zayde Santiago | Protagonist in a coming-of-age novel |
| Zayde Larson | Space explorer in a sci-fi story |
| Zayde Blackwood | Detective in a crime fiction series |
| Zayde Rivers | Adventurer in a fantasy role-playing game |
| Zayde Martinez | Main character in a contemporary romance novel |
| Zayde Harrington | Prince in a fairy tale-inspired story |
| Zayde Armstrong | Time traveler in a science fiction series |
| Zayde Falconer | Pirate captain in a historical adventure tale |
| Zayde Anderson | Scientist in a speculative fiction narrative |
| Zayde Monroe | Werewolf character in a supernatural novel |
| Zayde Carpenter | Spy in a thriller novel |
| Zayde Steele | Hero in a space opera story |
| Zayde Whitman | Magician in a fantasy novel series |
| Zayde Higgins | Young wizard in a children's fantasy book |
| Zayde Everton | Knight in a medieval-themed tale |
| Zayde Mercer | Ghost hunter in a paranormal mystery series |
| Zayde Fairchild | Time manipulation practitioner in a fantasy story |
| Zayde Parker | Investigative journalist in a suspenseful novel |