At a glance
- U.S. rank 2025
- #1,225 of girl names (outside the top 1,000)
- Babies in 2025
- 184 (0.010% of girls)
- Trend
- Rising #11,090 in 2020 to #1,225 in 2025
- Peak
- #1,225 in 2025
- First recorded
- 2016
Meaning of Zhamira
Zhamira, pronounced zhuh-MEER-uh, is a vibrant name of Arabic origin that carries the meaning “well-guarded” or “protected” while also echoing the Hebrew zamir (“songbird”), giving it a melodic twist. It’s like a soft lullaby woven into a fortress: delicate yet steadfast, blending creative spirit with quiet courage. Though still rare in the U.S., its stylish “Zh” beginning adds modern flair without pretension—name tags and coffee orders alike tend to spark a smile. Warm, memorable and utterly unique, Zhamira invites its bearer to stand out with both grace and resilience, a poetic anthem for a little girl destined to shine.
How to pronounce Zhamira
English
- Pronounced zhuh-MEER-uh /ʒəˈmɪrə/
Popularity of Zhamira in the U.S.
Zhamira by state
Zhamira ranks #393 in Connecticut (2025).
Rank by state 12 states
| State | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 393 | 7 |
| New Jersey | 499 | 15 |
| Pennsylvania | 615 | 16 |
| New York | 731 | 22 |
| Maryland | 731 | 6 |
| Massachusetts | 761 | 6 |
| Florida | 912 | 17 |
| Arizona | 1,040 | 5 |
| Illinois | 1,240 | 6 |
| Texas | 1,314 | 19 |
| California | 1,409 | 16 |
| Georgia | 1,533 | 5 |
| U.S. territories | ||
| Puerto Rico | 41 | 27 |