Zafira

“victorious”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8035US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

93All-time births

📅 Since 200700

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 #8482 in 2018 — currently #8035 in the US.

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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 Grace

How popular is Zafira right now?

Rising fast — up 4174 spots — currently #8035 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#8035 · Top 5.9%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zafira

Best Year2023Rank #8035

Peak Count14

Average Rank#10414

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

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 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Zafira by decade

Zafira peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	5
2010s ★	76
2020s	12

💎Zafira has only 93 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zafira?

Common

ZafZafieZafyIra

Famous people named Zafira

Zafira (Sufi mystic)

Zafira used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Zafira (Islamic scholar)

Zafira bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Zafira (historical Arab ruler)

Zafira held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Zafira (Sufi mystic)

Zafira used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

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What names sound and feel like Zafira?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Zafira also consider these

Zahira

Arabic · radiant, blooming, flourishing

Zakira

Arabic · ذاكرة - 'remembrance'

Arabic · شَامِلَة‎ (Shamilah) -

Amira

Arabic · princess

Jasira

Arabic · victorious, triumphant

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.