Zaira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Zaira has Arabic roots and means 'radiant' or 'blooming'. It evolved from the Arabic 'Zahirah' and has gained popularity in contemporary times. It is associated with positive traits such as beauty and grace, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Zaira is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Zaira has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling 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, 'Zaira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7733rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2482nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1593rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1435th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zaira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zaira"
Pronunciation
/ˈzaɪərə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Zaira is derived from the Arabic name 'Zahirah,' meaning 'radiant' or 'flowering'. It can also be associated with the Arabic word 'Zahra,' which means 'to shine' or 'to bloom'.
Meaning
radiant, blooming
Language Evolution
Zahirah (Arabic), Zaira (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Zaira gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and exotic name, often chosen for its melodic sound and positive connotations.
Variants & Derivatives
Zahra, Zaira, Zaira
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zaira is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and grace.
Famous People
Zaira Wasim (Indian actress), Zaira Yasmin (singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zaira"
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 "Zaira"
"Zaira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7733rd of 19264 | 81 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2482nd of 27321 | 744 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1593rd of 35406 | 2,056 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1435th of 30306 | 1,879 |
Regional Popularity of "Zaira" 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 "Zaira" 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% 3518th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
38.12% 1980th/5194 |
18.96% 1198th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.21% 2209th/4582 |
40.63% 2098th/5164 |
22.49% 1645th/7313 |
14.22% 1061st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.43% 2009th/3984 |
33.27% 1493rd/4487 |
21.86% 1491st/6822 |
17.40% 1092nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zaira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zaira" 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.