Zahara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Zahara originates from Arabic, meaning 'flower' or 'to shine'. It has evolved through various forms in the Arabic language. The name conveys traits of beauty and brightness. It does not have biblical relevance. Zahara has gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Arabic-speaking cultures.
The name Zahara is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zahara has been falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Zahara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9230th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2212th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1365th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zahara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zahara"
Pronunciation
/zəˈhɑːrə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Zahara derives from the Arabic word 'zahra', which means 'flower' or 'to shine'. It is often associated with beauty and brightness.
Meaning
flower, shining
Language Evolution
Zahara (Arabic), Zahra (historical Arabic form), Zaharah (variant form)
Historical Usage
Zahara gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine name in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Zahra, Zahara, Zaharah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zahara is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and nature.
Famous People
Zahara, a singer and songwriter, Zahara, daughter of actress Angelina Jolie and actor Brad Pitt
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zahara"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Zahara"
"Zahara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9230th of 27321 | 110 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2212th of 35406 | 1,304 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1365th of 30306 | 2,018 |
Regional Popularity of "Zahara" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Zahara" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
83.08% 5248th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.57% 2317th/4582 |
30.31% 1565th/5164 |
28.83% 2108th/7313 |
30.90% 2306th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.45% 1452nd/3984 |
25.96% 1165th/4487 |
19.76% 1348th/6822 |
25.22% 1583rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zahara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zahara" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.