Zakirah

“remembering, someone who remembers” — Represent someone who is mindful and aware

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17537US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

223All-time births

📅 Since 199500

How to pronounce Zakirah

ZAH·kee·RAH

/ˈzɑ.kiː.ˈrɑ/ · stress on ZAH · 3 syllables

“remembering, someone who remembers”

Represent someone who is mindful and aware · Arabic origin

What does Zakirah mean and where does it come from?

Zakirah (ذاكرة) is a feminine form of the Arabic name Zakir, which means 'one who remembers.' The name carries significant spiritual meaning in Islamic tradition, reflecting the importance of remembrance and reflection. In various contexts, Zakirah can represent someone who is mindful and aware, oft

Cultural significance

Zakirah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of remembering, someone who remembers.

Peak popularity

Reached #6750 in 2011 — currently #17537 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zakirah?

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

Zakirah Grace

How popular is Zakirah right now?

Falling — down 4106 spots — currently #17537 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#17537 · Top 13%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#17537	5	▼ down 4106 · -29% births
2021	#13431	7	▼ down 2870 · -22% births
2020	#10561	9	▼ down 3440 · -50% births
2010	#7121	18	▲ up 3532 · +80% births
2005	#10653	10	▲ up 913 · +25% births
2000	#11566	8	▲ up 4186 · +60% births
1995	#15752	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zakirah

Best Year2010Rank #7121

Peak Count18

Average Rank#12374

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20237 years

The story of Zakirah

Zakirah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 223 total births recorded, Zakirah remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #15752 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #17537 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zakirah in 2011:

Sophia Isabella Emma Olivia Ava

Zakirah by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	10
2000s	100
2010s ★	104
2020s	9

💎Zakirah has only 223 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zakirah?

Common

ZakZakieZakyIrah

Famous people named Zakirah

Zakirah (Islamic scholar)

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

Zakirah (Sufi mystic)

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

Zakirah (Islamic scholar)

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

Zakirah (Quranic figure)

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

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What names sound and feel like Zakirah?

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

Arabic · pure, intelligent

Zamirah

Arabic · songbird or nightingale

Zakiah

Arabic · pure, chaste, wise

Zakyrah

American · remembered, intelligent

Zaakirah

Arabic · remembrance, to remember

Makirah

Arabic · Arabic

Common questions about the name Zakirah

What does the name Zakirah mean?

Zakirah means "remembering, someone 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 Zakirah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zakirah?

Zakirah 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 Zakirah?

Zakirah is a three-syllable name pronounced Z AA1 K IY0 R AA1. 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 Zakirah?

Zakirah 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.