Zahra
Zahra is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Radiant, luminous; blossoming”.
| Meaning | Radiant, luminous; blossoming |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | زهراء |
| Pronunciation | ZAH-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Zahra
Zahra stands for al-Zahrāʾ, the radiant one, which is the most famous title of Fatima, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Its root, z-h-r, means to shine or blossom, and the closely related word zahra (زهرة) means a flower, so the name holds both images at once. Arab, Iranian, South Asian and diaspora families all love it, and it ranks among the best-loved names for Muslim girls anywhere.
Is Zahra a Muslim name?
Zahra is a classic Muslim name chosen in honour of Fatima al-Zahrāʾ, the Prophet's ﷺ daughter. The name is not in the Quran, but its root appears in the phrase 'the splendour (zahra) of the life of this world' (Quran 20:131).
How popular is Zahra?
It is popular across the Muslim world, especially in Iran, Iraq and Pakistan and among diaspora families.
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Spellings and variants of Zahra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zahra mean?
Zahra means 'Radiant, luminous; blossoming'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zahra a Muslim name?
Zahra is a classic Muslim name chosen in honour of Fatima al-Zahrāʾ, the Prophet's ﷺ daughter. The name is not in the Quran, but its root appears in the phrase 'the splendour (zahra) of the life of this world' (Quran 20:131).
How do you pronounce Zahra?
Zahra is pronounced ZAH-rah.
Is Zahra a boy or girl name?
Zahra is usually a girl name.