What does Zafira mean and where does it come from?
Zafira (زفيرة) is an Arabic name meaning 'victorious' or 'triumphant.' It reflects strength and success. In Spanish-speaking countries, Zafira can also connote 'beautiful,' extending its appeal beyond Arabic roots. The name is more frequently used among Arabic-speaking populations, although it has b
Cultural significance
Zafira has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of victorious.
Peak popularity
Reached #5291 in 2024 — currently #8840 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Zafira?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Zafira?
Zafira works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Zafira Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Zafira Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Zafira Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Zafira Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Zafira Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Zafira Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Zafira right now?
Falling — down 3549 spots — currently #8840 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2025 | #8840 | 12 | ▼ down 3549 · -52% births |
| 2024 | #5291 | 25 | ▲ up 2744 · +79% births |
| 2023 | #8035 | 14 | ▲ up 4174 · +75% births |
| 2022 | #12209 | 8 | ▼ down 1941 · -20% births |
| 2021 | #10268 | 10 | ▼ down 1487 · -17% births |
| 2020 | #8781 | 12 | ▲ up 3997 · +50% births |
| 2015 | #12778 | 8 | — |
The story of Zafira
Zafira is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 93 total births recorded, Zafira remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12778 in 2015 to #8035 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Zafira in 2024:
💎Zafira has only 93 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Zafira?
Famous people named Zafira
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Zafira (Sufi mystic)
Zafira used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Zafira (Islamic scholar)
Zafira bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Zafira (historical Arab ruler)
Zafira held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Zafira (Sufi mystic)
Zafira used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Common questions about the name Zafira
What does the name Zafira mean?
Zafira means "victorious" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Zafira?
Zafira is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zafira have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Zafira?
Zafira originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Zafira?
Zafira pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Zafira trending right now?
Zafira is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.