Zakira

“ذاكرة - 'remembrance' or 'one who remembers'”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11134US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

423All-time births

📅 Since 199300

How to pronounce Zakira

ZAK·EYE·ruh

/ˈzæk.ˈaɪ.rə/ · stress on ZAK · 4 syllables

“ذاكرة - 'remembrance' or 'one who remembers'”

Arabic origin · Girl name

What does Zakira mean and where does it come from?

Zakira is derived from the Arabic word 'dhikr', which means 'remembrance', and often relates to the Islamic practice of remembering Allah. The feminine form Zakira is less common but shares similar meanings with related male names. It is used predominantly in Muslim communities and has gained popula

Cultural significance

Zakira has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of ذاكرة - 'remembrance' or 'one who remembers'.

Peak popularity

Reached #4367 in 2007 — currently #11134 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zakira?

Zakira works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Zakira Grace

How popular is Zakira right now?

Falling — down 1481 spots — currently #11134 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#11134 · Top 8.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11134	9	▼ down 1481 · -18% births
2022	#9653	11	▲ up 3777 · +57% births
2021	#13430	7	▲ up 573 · +17% births
2020	#14003	6	▼ down 5316 · -54% births
2015	#8687	13	▼ down 3478 · -52% births
2010	#5209	27	▲ up 192 · +13% births
2005	#5401	24	▲ up 279 · +20% births
2000	#5680	20	▲ up 3809 · +122% births
1995	#9489	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zakira

Best Year2010Rank #5209

Peak Count27

Average Rank#9187

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Zakira

Zakira is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 423 total births recorded, Zakira remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9489 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11134 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zakira in 2007:

Emily Isabella Emma Ava Madison

Zakira by decade

Zakira peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	66
2000s ★	222
2010s	129
2020s	6

💎Zakira has only 423 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zakira?

Common

ZakZakieZakyIra

Famous people named Zakira

Zakira (Quranic figure)

Zakira appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Zakira (historical Arab ruler)

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

Zakira (Sufi mystic)

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

Zakira (Islamic scholar)

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

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What names sound and feel like Zakira?

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

Zafira

Arabic · victorious

Zakaira

Arabic · عزيزة غالية (Azeezah

Zamira

Arabic · a song or

Zahira

Arabic · radiant, blooming, flourishing

Arabic · remembering, someone who

Common questions about the name Zakira

What does the name Zakira mean?

Zakira means "ذاكرة - 'remembrance' or 'one who remembers'" — 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 Zakira?

Zakira is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zakira have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Zakira?

Zakira 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.

How do you pronounce the name Zakira?

Zakira is a four-syllable name pronounced Z AE1 K AY1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Zakira?

Zakira 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.