Zamarah
An Arabic feminine name meaning "song" or "chant".
Name Census estimates that about 154 living Americans carry the first name Zamarah. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Zamarah today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zamarah births was 2024 (23 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zamarah. 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
154
~ 1 in 2,225,678 Americans
Peak year
2024
23 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#5,589
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Zamarah: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Zamarah from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 68 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zamarah 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 Zamarah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Zamarah
The name Zamarah is believed to have originated from the Persian language, derived from the word 'zamara', which means 'song' or 'melody'. It is a relatively uncommon name, with roots tracing back to ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) and the surrounding regions.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Zamarah can be found in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th and early 11th centuries. The poem features a character named Zamarah, who is portrayed as a skilled musician and singer.
In the realm of religious texts, the name Zamarah is not explicitly mentioned in major scriptures such as the Quran or the Bible. However, its connection to music and song may resonate with certain spiritual traditions that value the art of devotional music and poetry.
Throughout history, there have been a few notable figures who bore the name Zamarah. One of the earliest recorded individuals was Zamarah al-Khwarizmi, a Persian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 9th century and made significant contributions to the development of algebra and the concept of algorithms.
Another prominent figure was Zamarah Sayyid, a renowned Sufi mystic and poet from the 13th century, who hailed from the city of Nishapur in present-day Iran. Her poetic works were widely acclaimed and celebrated for their spiritual depth and lyrical beauty.
In the realm of literature, Zamarah Zamani was a Persian poet and scholar who lived during the 17th century. She was known for her mastery of the Persian language and her poetic compositions, which often explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition.
Moving to more recent times, Zamarah Naqvi was a Pakistani author and journalist who lived in the 20th century. She was renowned for her works on women's rights, social issues, and her contributions to the literary scene in Pakistan.
Lastly, Zamarah Arshi was an Indian classical singer and musician who performed in the Hindustani classical music tradition. She was born in 1968 and gained recognition for her vocal talents and her efforts in promoting and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Indian classical music.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Zamarah throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields, from mathematics and astronomy to poetry, literature, and music.
People
Zamarah + last name combinations
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FAQ
Zamarah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zamarah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 154 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zamarah 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 2,225,678 US residents.
Is Zamarah a common name?
We classify Zamarah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 70.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 155 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Zamarah most popular?
The single biggest year for Zamarah was 2024, when 23 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zamarah is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Zamarah a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zamarah 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.