Xia
Xia is a girl name of Chinese origin meaning “Summer, glow of sunrise”, pronounced SHYAH. It ranked #5229 in the United States in 2025, given to 25 babies, and peaked at #3400 in 1989. Common nicknames: Xi, Xixi.
How popular is Xia in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Xia mean, and where does it come from?
Xia is a Chinese name written several ways: 夏 is summer and the name of China's first dynasty, and 霞 is the rosy glow of dawn or sunset on clouds. Both are given to girls. The pinyin spelling with an X can mislead English speakers, who tend to say it with a Z; the Mandarin sound is closer to a soft sh. American records hold the name from 1981, and it remains very rare — one of the shortest names in the catalogue and one of the oldest.
How is Xia used around the world?
Xia is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeUnisex name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Xia?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Xia mean?
Xia is a girl name of Chinese origin meaning "Summer, glow of sunrise." Xia is a Chinese name written several ways: 夏 is summer and the name of China's first dynasty, and 霞 is the rosy glow of dawn or sunset on clouds. Both are given to girls.
How do you pronounce Xia?
Xia is pronounced SHYAH. Common variations include Xià, Shia, Hsia.
Is Xia a girl name?
Yes, Xia is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Xi, Xixi.