Zahra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zahra is an Arabic name meaning 'flower' or 'blossom', symbolizing beauty and brightness. It has evolved through various forms and is predominantly used in Arabic-speaking cultures. The name has significant historical and religious connotations, particularly in Islam, and is associated with positive traits. It does not have a biblical background and has gained popularity due to its cultural significance.
The name Zahra is most popular in Maryland, 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, Zahra has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, 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, 'Zahra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6104th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2488th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1339th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 655th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zahra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zahra"
Pronunciation
/ˈzɑːrə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Zahra means 'flower' or 'blossom' in Arabic. It is often associated with beauty and brightness.
Meaning
flower, blossom, radiant
Language Evolution
Zahra, Zahara, Zahrah
Historical Usage
Zahra has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries and gained increased popularity due to its association with significant historical and religious figures, particularly in Islamic contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Zahara, Zahrah, Zahra'a
Modern Popularity & Image
Zahra is viewed positively, often associated with beauty and purity. It is a popular name among Muslim families worldwide.
Famous People
Fatimah Zahra, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, Zahra Billoo, civil rights attorney
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zahra"
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 "Zahra"
"Zahra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6104th of 19264 | 125 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2488th of 27321 | 741 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1339th of 35406 | 2,557 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 655th of 30306 | 5,408 |
Regional Popularity of "Zahra" 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 "Zahra" 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) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
91.79% 3712th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
74.63% 2750th/3685 |
40.02% 1791st/4475 |
51.68% 2684th/5194 |
32.56% 2057th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.87% 1231st/4582 |
18.78% 970th/5164 |
19.86% 1452nd/7313 |
19.72% 1472nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
17.92% 714th/3984 |
9.67% 434th/4487 |
10.25% 699th/6822 |
12.00% 753rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zahra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zahra" 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.