Zamira
Zamira is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “Songbird, inner self”, pronounced zah-MEER-ah. It ranked #1325 in the United States in 2025, given to 169 babies, and peaked at #1325 in 2025. Common nicknames: Zami, Mira, Zizi.
How popular is Zamira 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 Zamira mean, and where does it come from?
Zamira is the feminine of Zamir, and carries its two lines: the Hebrew zamir, a song or a nightingale, and the Arabic damir, the conscience or the inner self. It is used in Albania, Kosovo, Central Asia and the Arab world, and in Spanish-speaking countries it is heard simply as a cousin of Samira and Amira. American records hold it from 1979, and it has risen slowly to its highest position in 2025 while remaining outside the top thousand.
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Famous People Named Zamira
- Zamira Menuhin — daughter of the violinist Yehudi Menuhin
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Zamira mean?
Zamira is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Songbird, inner self." Zamira is the feminine of Zamir, and carries its two lines: the Hebrew zamir, a song or a nightingale, and the Arabic damir, the conscience or the inner self. It is used in Albania, Kosovo, Central Asia and the Arab world, and in Spanish-speaking countries it is heard simply as a cousin of Samira and Amira.
How do you pronounce Zamira?
Zamira is pronounced zah-MEER-ah. Common variations include Zameera, Samira, Zemira.
Is Zamira a girl name?
Yes, Zamira is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Zami, Mira, Zizi.