Zahirah
Zahirah is a girl baby name. Ranked #31,933 in the US, popular nicknames include Zah, Zay, and Zahie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Zahirah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1991.
Over 305 babies have been named Zahirah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zahirah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,933 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #31,933
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Zahirah
Zahirah is a girl name .
Zahirah is currently ranked #31,933 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Zahirah include Zah, Zay, Zahie, and Zahiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zahirah include Zahira . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis