Zayra

Meaning of Zayra

Zayra is a feminine appellation believed to have originated within Spanish‐language contexts, with etymological roots traceable to the Arabic zahra, denoting “radiance” or “blossom.” Its phonological adaptations render it /ˈsaiɾa/ in Spanish and /ˈzeɪrə/ in English, reflecting its cross‐linguistic integration. Social Security Administration records indicate that Zayra has been registered in the United States since 1981, with annual occurrences fluctuating between single and double digits and maintaining a ranking in the upper 700s to lower 900s; in 2024, it appeared 45 times, securing the 905th position. The name’s semantic associations with luminosity and natural bloom have sustained its modest yet consistent presence within Anglo‐American naming conventions, endowing it with a distinctive sobriety and cerebral appeal.