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At a Glance
- Meaning
- One who blooms or shines (from a root meaning 'to blossom')
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- zah-HAR-ah
Zahara is a girl's name of Arabic origin, pronounced zah-HAR-ah, meaning "one who blooms or shines," from a root meaning "to blossom." It has a free-spirited, boho, worldly, and outdoorsy, nature-inspired style, fitting parents drawn to names with an adventurous, nature-connected feel.
Meaning & Origin of Zahara
Meaning: One who blooms or shines (from a root meaning 'to blossom').
Origin: Arabic.
How to Pronounce Zahara
zah-HAR-ahIPA /zəˈhɑːrə/
Popularity of Zahara
Across Social Security data from 1986 to 2024, Zahara peaked in 2022 at #1195 with 202 babies given the name, and by 2024 sat close behind at #1208 with 196 babies — a narrow, steady range rather than a big swing.
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FAQ
What does the name Zahara mean?
One who blooms or shines (from a root meaning ‘to blossom’).
How do you pronounce Zahara?
Zahara is pronounced zah-HAR-ah (IPA: /zəˈhɑːrə/).
Is Zahara a popular name right now?
Zahara is near its all-time peak (#1195 in 2022), ranked #1208 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1986–2024.)
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