girl name · Arabic origin
Zahra
/ ZAH-rah /
Meaning
Zahra means Flower; radiant (Arabic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Pronunciation
ZAH-rah
Popularity
#540 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Zahra in the US, 1880–2025
Zahra first appears in US records in 1973. It peaked in 2025, when 562 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 562.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Zahra mean?
Zahra means “flower” and “radiant” or “bright” in Arabic.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zahra mean?
Zahra means Flower; radiant. Zahra means “flower” and “radiant” or “bright” in Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Zahra?
Zahra is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Zahra?
Zahra is pronounced “ZAH-rah.”
Is Zahra a boy or a girl name?
Zahra is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Zahra?
In 2025, Zahra ranked #540 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Zahra most popular?
Zahra was most popular in 2025, when about 562 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.