Zahira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zahira is an Arabic name meaning 'shining' or 'blooming'. It has evolved through various forms while maintaining its core meaning. It is primarily used in Arabic-speaking cultures and has gained popularity for its beauty and positivity. The name has no biblical relevance.
The name Zahira is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Zahira has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Zahira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16521st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7628th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3868th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4041st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zahira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zahira"
Pronunciation
/zəˈhɪərə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Zahira derives from the Arabic root 'z-h-r', which means 'to shine' or 'to blossom'. It conveys a sense of brightness and radiance.
Meaning
shining, luminous, blooming
Language Evolution
Zahira, Zahirah, Zahira
Historical Usage
Zahira has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries and has gained popularity in various regions as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Zahira, Zahirah, Zahra
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zahira is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and positivity.
Famous People
Zahira L. Khatib, Zahira B. H. Abdallah
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zahira"
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 "Zahira"
"Zahira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7628th of 27321 | 150 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3868th of 35406 | 585 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4041st of 30306 | 439 |
Regional Popularity of "Zahira" 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 "Zahira" 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) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
80.00% 4155th/5194 |
61.80% 3904th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
55.81% 2882nd/5164 |
46.33% 3388th/7313 |
38.35% 2862nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
68.11% 3056th/4487 |
58.31% 3978th/6822 |
55.62% 3491st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zahira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zahira" 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.