"golden, made of gold"
Origin: Persian
Language: Persian
Zarina
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A golden Persian queen name with royal allure
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The Story of Zarina
Zarina comes from the Persian word 'zarin' meaning golden. It was the name of a legendary Scythian queen who ruled alongside her husband and was celebrated for her courage and beauty. The name spread through Central Asia and into Eastern Europe via Persian cultural influence, and was particularly popular in Soviet-era Russia as an exotic but approved name.
Zarina has seen growing use in Western countries as parents seek exotic yet pronounceable names. Its similarity to the popular Zara has helped parents discover it as a more elaborate alternative.
In Persian culture, gold has always symbolized royalty and divinity, making Zarina a name of high prestige. The historical queen Zarina of the Sacae was so famous that even ancient Greek historians wrote about her beauty and valor.
Historical Record
Zarina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 1,533 babies have been named Zarina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zarina is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,329 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Zarina was a queen of the Scythians mentioned by ancient Greek historians
- The name literally contains the word for gold in Persian
- It remains popular in Central Asian countries like Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
Zarina in Other Languages
Urdu
زرینہ
Hindi
ज़रीना
Arabic
زارينا
Persian
زرینه
Russian
Зарина
Popularity Over Time
#2,329
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,329
- Total SSA Count
- 79
- Cultural Origins
- Persian Russian Central Asian South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Zara
Rina
Zee
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zarina
What does the name Zarina mean?
"golden, made of gold" (from Persian). "queen, royal woman" (from Persian). Zarina comes from the Persian word 'zarin' meaning golden. It was the name of a legendary Scythian queen who ruled alongside her husband and was celebrated for her courage and beauty. The name spread through Central Asia and into Eastern Europe via Persian cultural influence, and was particularly popular in Soviet-era Russia as an exotic but approved name.
What is the origin of the name Zarina?
Zarina has Persian, Russian, Central Asian, and South Asian origins. In Persian, it means "golden, made of gold". In Persian, it means "queen, royal woman".
Is Zarina a boy or girl name?
Zarina is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Zarina?
Zarina is currently ranked #2329 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zarina?
Common nicknames for Zarina include Zara, Rina, and Zee.
What are good middle names for Zarina?
Popular middle name pairings include Zarina Rose, Zarina Grace, Zarina Marie, Zarina Elise, Zarina Faith, and Zarina Jade.
What are good sibling names for Zarina?
Names that pair well with Zarina as siblings include Cyrus, Darius, Leila, Jasmine, Aram, Soraya, and Amir.
How many syllables does Zarina have?
Zarina has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Zarina a common or rare name?
Zarina is an uncommon name, ranked #2329 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Zarina
Zarina is a girl name with Persian, Russian, Central Asian, and South Asian origins . The name means "golden, made of gold" in Persian .
Zarina is currently ranked #2,329 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Zarina has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Zarina include Zara, Rina, and Zee. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zarina include Zariah, Zariyah, Zaria, Zariya, Zari . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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