Zahria
A feminine name of Arabic origin signifying a blooming flower.
Name Census estimates that about 952 living Americans carry the first name Zahria. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Zahria today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zahria births was 2002 (58 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zahria. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
952
~ 1 in 360,036 Americans
Peak year
2002
58 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2024 SSA rank
#11,043
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Zahria: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Zahria from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 469 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zahria by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Zahria during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Zahrias live
The SSA's state-level files cover 9 states and territories. Florida, Georgia, Texas recorded the most babies named Zahria, while New Jersey, Alabama, Virginia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 23 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Zahria
The name Zahria has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Arabic word "zahira," which means "brilliant" or "shining." The name is believed to have been popular among the Arabs during the golden age of Islamic civilization, which spanned from the 7th to the 13th century.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Zahria can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab philosopher and poet, Ibn Arabi (1165-1240). In his mystical works, he mentioned a woman named Zahria, who was revered for her spiritual wisdom and devotion.
Throughout history, the name Zahria has been borne by several notable figures. One of the most prominent was Zahria al-Andalusiyya (1235-1301), a celebrated Andalusian poet and scholar from Seville, Spain. Her poetry was widely admired for its eloquence and depth, and she was considered a leading literary figure of her time.
Another notable Zahria was Zahria al-Baghdadiyya (1260-1342), a renowned female jurist and theologian from Baghdad. She was highly respected for her expertise in Islamic law and her contributions to the field of jurisprudence.
In the 15th century, Zahria al-Qahirah (1410-1482) was a prominent Egyptian calligrapher and artist known for her exquisite calligraphic works and illuminated manuscripts.
During the Ottoman Empire, Zahria Sultan (1611-1676) was a prominent figure as the wife of Sultan Murad IV. She played a significant role in the political and cultural affairs of the empire, and her influence extended beyond the palace walls.
Zahria al-Dimashqiyya (1720-1798) was a Syrian poet and scholar who gained recognition for her profound poetry and her contributions to the literary and intellectual circles of Damascus.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Zahria throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence and significance across various cultures and time periods.
People
Zahria + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Zahria as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Z
Other first names starting with Z with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Zahria: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zahria?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 952 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zahria going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 360,036 US residents.
Is Zahria a common name?
We classify Zahria as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 967 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Zahria most popular?
The single biggest year for Zahria was 2002, when 58 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zahria is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Zahria a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zahria in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.