زمریالی

Zmarialai

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Zmarialai is a Muslim boy name of Pashto origin, meaning “Lion-hearted, brave as a lion”.

MeaningLion-hearted, brave as a lion
GenderBoy
OriginPashto
Written asزمریالی
Pronunciationzmuh-ree-YAH-lay
TraditionMuslim
Used inAfghanistan, Pakistan

Meaning and origin of Zmarialai

Zmarialai, also spelled Zemaryalai, is a Pashto compound built on zmarai, lion, and it is generally explained as brave as a lion or a lion-like hero. It is a native Pashto name given by Afghan families. A notable bearer is the Afghan archaeologist Zemaryalai Tarzi, who carried out excavations at Bamiyan. It is a longer, more heroic relative of the simple Zmaray.

Is Zmarialai a Muslim name?

Zmarialai comes from Pashto, not Arabic, and Muslim Pashtun families in Afghanistan use it in practice.

How popular is Zmarialai?

Its use is mainly among Pashtuns in Afghanistan.

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Spellings and variants of Zmarialai

ZemaryalaiZmaryalaiZmarai

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zmarialai mean?

Zmarialai means 'Lion-hearted, brave as a lion'. It is of Pashto origin.

Is Zmarialai a Muslim name?

Zmarialai comes from Pashto, not Arabic, and Muslim Pashtun families in Afghanistan use it in practice.

How do you pronounce Zmarialai?

Zmarialai is pronounced zmuh-ree-YAH-lay.

Is Zmarialai a boy or girl name?

Zmarialai is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.