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Origin: Slavic

Meaning: Dawn, daybreak; Aurora

With baby’s anticipated arrival comes a new dawn—celebrate this exciting beginning with Zorya. This feminine name is Slavic in origin and has the bright-eyed and bushy-tailed meanings “dawn,” “daybreak,” and “aurora.” In Slavic mythology, Zorya is the goddess or personification of dawn, often appearing as two sisters representing the morning and evening stars. She lives in the Palace of the Sun and opens the gates each morning so the sun can bring light and warmth to the world. What better way to complement baby’s twinkling eyes and radiant smile than with vibrant and hopeful Zorya?