Zahra
Zahra is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “Flower, shining, radiant”, pronounced ZAH-ruh. It ranked #540 in the United States in 2025, given to 562 babies, and peaked at #540 in 2025. Common nicknames: Zee, Zari, ZaZa.
How popular is Zahra in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Zahra mean, and where does it come from?
Zahra is an Arabic name meaning "flower," "shining," or "radiant." It is one of the most significant names in Islamic tradition, as Fatimah al-Zahra was the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and is revered as the mother of his descendants. The title "al-Zahra" (the radiant one) was given to Fatimah as an honorific. The name is widely used across the Arabic-speaking world, Iran, South Asia, and East Africa. Zahra carries a sense of luminous beauty and spiritual grace, and its growing use in Western countries reflects the broader embrace of Arabic names.
How is Zahra used around the world?
Zahra is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Zahra?
Famous People Named Zahra
- Zahra Nemati — Iranian Paralympic archer and Olympic competitor
- Zahara Jolie-Pitt — daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt
- Zahra Amir Ebrahimi — Iranian-French actress, Cannes Best Actress winner
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Zahra mean?
Zahra is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Flower, shining, radiant." Zahra is an Arabic name meaning "flower," "shining," or "radiant." It is one of the most significant names in Islamic tradition, as Fatimah al-Zahra was the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and is revered as the mother of his descendants.
How do you pronounce Zahra?
Zahra is pronounced ZAH-ruh. Common variations include Zahrah, Zara, Zahara.
Is Zahra a girl name?
Yes, Zahra is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Zee, Zari, ZaZa.