Zayas is a city located in the Dominican Republic. It serves as a notable geographical location within the country's regional landscape.
The name Zayas is also associated with an old Castilian noble family whose ancestral seat is situated in Zaya, in the province of Soria. The family derived its name from this location. Etymologically, the word Zayas originates from the Basque word "Zai," which translates to watchman or guard.