Zahra
Meaning of Zahra
The name Zahra is a beautiful and elegant choice for baby girls, rooted in Arabic origins. Pronounced as ZAH-rah (/ˈzɑːrə/), the name means "flower" or "blossom," symbolizing beauty and grace. Zahra has been steadily growing in popularity in the United States over the past few decades, reflecting its timeless appeal and cultural significance. The name has seen a consistent rise in usage, moving up from 6,080th place in 1973 to 555th place by 2023. A notable variation of this name is Zara, which shares similar phonetic qualities and meaning. Zahra's enduring charm makes it a lovely choice for parents seeking a name with both historical depth and contemporary resonance.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as ZAH-rah (/ˈzɑːrə/)
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Notable People Named Zahra
| Zahra Kazemi - Zahra "Ziba" Kazemi-Ahmadabadi was an Iranian-Canadian freelance photojournalist known for her tragic death after being arrested and held by Iranian authorities, with her autopsy report revealing she had been raped and tortured while in custody. |
| Sareh Mansouri, also known as Zahra Seddiqi Hamedani, is an Iranian LGBTQI+ activist who was arrested and sentenced to death for her activism and identity. |
| Zahra Lari is a pioneering Emirati figure skater, the first from the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East to compete internationally, and a five-time Emirati National Champion. |
| Zahra Rahnavard is an Iranian academic, artist, and politician known for her activism in women's rights and intellectual contributions. |
| Sayyida Zahra Mostafavi Khomeini is an Iranian politician and educator known for her advocacy of women's rights and Palestinian causes. |
| Princess Zahra Aga Khan is the eldest child of Aga Khan IV and Princess Salimah Aga Khan. |
| Zahra Noorbakhsh is an Iranian-American comedian, writer, and actor known for her one-woman show and contributions to the New York Times anthology Love Inshallah. |
| Zahra Karinshak - Zahra S. Karinshak is an American attorney and politician who represented the 48th Georgia State Senate district as a member of the Democratic Party. |
| Zahra Hankir is a Lebanese-British journalist and editor. |
| Zahra Kamalfar is an Iranian refugee who gained international attention after living in Sheremetyevo International Airport for ten months before finally settling in Canada. |
| Zahra Saei is an Iranian politician, researcher, and academic. |
| Zahra Eshraghi Khomeini is an Iranian activist and former government official known for her advocacy of feminism and human rights. |
| Zahra Merrikhi - Zahrah Merrikhi is an Iranian People's Mujahedin politician who has been serving as the MEK Secretary General since 2017 and was re-elected for another term in 2021. |
| Zahra Wadood Fatemi is a Pakistani politician who has served as a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan from 2013 to 2018 and from 2018 to 2023. |
| Zahra Lachguer is a Moroccan former track and field athlete known for winning the gold medal in the 400 metres hurdles at the 2002 African Championships in Athletics. |
