Zamira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zamira originates from Hebrew, specifically from the word 'zimra', meaning 'song' or 'melody'. The name has evolved from its biblical roots to modern usage, reflecting traits of joy and creativity. It has no biblical relevance but is embraced in various cultures today.
The name Zamira is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Zamira has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Zamira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13714th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4519th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2230th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zamira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zamira"
Pronunciation
/zəˈmiːrə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Zamira is derived from the Hebrew word 'zimra', meaning 'song' or 'melody'. It is often associated with joy and celebration.
Meaning
song, melody
Language Evolution
Zamira (Modern Hebrew), Zimra (Biblical Hebrew)
Historical Usage
Zamira has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among Hebrew-speaking communities, and has seen a rise in usage in modern times as a unique and melodic name.
Variants & Derivatives
Zammy, Zami
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zamira is perceived as a beautiful and melodic name, often associated with artistic and musical qualities.
Famous People
Zamira G. Zeynalova, an Azerbaijani singer, Zamira M. Khamitova, a noted poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zamira"
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 "Zamira"
"Zamira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13714th of 27321 | 50 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4519th of 35406 | 474 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2230th of 30306 | 1,002 |
Regional Popularity of "Zamira" 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 "Zamira" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
64.93% 4748th/7313 |
57.11% 4262nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
74.77% 2979th/3984 |
47.14% 2115th/4487 |
32.06% 2187th/6822 |
35.66% 2238th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zamira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zamira" 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.