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Zara

Zara is a girl name of Arabic origin, meaning Radiance, blooming flower.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginArabic
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#195

What does Zara mean?

Radiance, blooming flower

How popular is Zara?

Popularity in the United States

Zara has been given to 14,001 babies in the United States since 1896, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 1,243 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Zara per year in the United States, 1896–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Zara has been given to 1,037 babies in France since 1923, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Zara per year in France, 1923–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 919 people called Zara living in Spain, with an average age of 23.8.

14,001 Babies named since 1896
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Zara

What does the name Zara mean?

Zara means Radiance, blooming flower. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Zara a boy's or a girl's name?

Zara is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Zara?

Zara has been given to 14,001 babies in the United States since 1896, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.