Zara
Literature · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Zara
Zara means "blooming flower" or "princess" and derives from the Arabic root "zahra" (زهرة), which literally translates to "flower." The name is used predominantly in Arabic, Persian, Hebrew, and English-speaking cultures, with historical significance in Islamic tradition and modern popularity boosted by the Spanish fashion brand; it also appears in Jewish tradition as a variant of Sarah.
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Etymology
Zara means "blooming flower" or "princess" and derives from the Arabic root "zahra" (زهرة), which literally translates to "flower." The name is used predominantly in Arabic, Persian, Hebrew, and English-speaking cultures, with historical significance in Islamic tradition and modern popularity boosted by the Spanish fashion brand; it also appears in Jewish tradition as a variant of Sarah.
Zara currently ranks #212 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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