Zahra
Zahra is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Radiant, brilliant, bright, or blooming flower.
Origin and history
Zahra is a female name of Arabic origin meaning 'radiant', 'brilliant', or 'flower'. It holds significant historical importance in Islamic culture as an epithet of Fatimah, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. In the United States, its usage has steadily risen, becoming a popular contemporary choice.
Popularity in the United States
9,395 babies in the United States have been named Zahra since 1880. It ranks #1719 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #567.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.2 %)
- NY (13.6 %)
- TX (11.6 %)
- FL (5.5 %)
- NJ (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 111 |
| 1980-1990 | 349 |
| 1990-2000 | 688 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,540 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,645 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,062 |
Famous people named Zahra
- Zahra Ahmadi: Actress
- Zahra Schreiber: Professional Wrestler, Model
Fun facts
- The name Zahra was used as a honorific title for Fatimah, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, signifying purity and radiance.
- Zahra has seen a significant increase in U.S. frequency in recent decades, entering the top 600 names for girls.