Zari Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Zari has Persian origins, meaning 'gold'. It has evolved from the word 'zar' and is associated with brightness and prosperity. The name has historical roots in various cultures and continues to be used today. It is perceived as elegant and is linked to beauty and luxury. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Zari is most popular in Georgia, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zari has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled 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, 'Zari' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20994th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8671st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4611th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2558th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zari' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zari"
Pronunciation
/ˈzɑːri/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Zari derives from the Persian word 'zar', which means 'gold'. It is often associated with brightness and prosperity.
Meaning
gold
Language Evolution
Zar, Zari
Historical Usage
Zari has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Persian-speaking regions, and has been used in a range of contexts from literature to contemporary naming trends.
Variants & Derivatives
Zara, Zary
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zari is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with beauty and luxury.
Famous People
Zari Hassan - a notable Pakistani media personality and actress., Zari - a character in various cultural narratives.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zari"
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 "Zari"
"Zari" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20994th of 24088 | 10 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8671st of 27321 | 122 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4611th of 35406 | 464 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2558th of 30306 | 835 |
Regional Popularity of "Zari" 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 "Zari" 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 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
69.51% 5083rd/7313 |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.18% 2756th/3984 |
54.71% 2455th/4487 |
32.06% 2187th/6822 |
63.62% 3993rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zari"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zari" 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.