Zakyra

“Derived from the name Zaki, meaning 'pure' or 'innocent'.”

USA origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15137US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

300All-time births

📅 Since 199700

What does Zakyra mean and where does it come from?

Zakyra is a modern name that can be seen as a creative variation or adaptation of the name Zaki. It is largely contemporary, gaining popularity in the United States among parents seeking unique names. The name carries a beautiful connotation of purity and innocence. It may not be widely used outside

Cultural significance

Zakyra has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the name zaki, meaning 'pure' or 'innocent'..

Peak popularity

Reached #5360 in 2006 — currently #15137 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zakyra?

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

Zakyra Grace

How popular is Zakyra right now?

Rising fast — up 114 spots — currently #15137 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#15137 · Top 11%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#15137	6	▲ up 114
2022	#15251	6	▲ up 2347 · +20% births
2021	#17598	5	▼ down 8866 · -62% births
2015	#8732	13	▲ up 2208 · +30% births
2010	#10940	10	▼ down 3504 · -37% births
2005	#7436	16	▲ up 2369 · +60% births
2000	#9805	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zakyra

Best Year2005Rank #7436

Peak Count16

Average Rank#12128

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Zakyra

Zakyra is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 300 total births recorded, Zakyra remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9805 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15137 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zakyra in 2006:

Emily Emma Madison Isabella Ava

Zakyra by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	23
2000s ★	166
2010s	111

💎Zakyra has only 300 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zakyra?

Common

ZakZaAkyra

What names sound and feel like Zakyra?

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

Middle Eastern countries · a gift, a

Zakara

American · Arabic

Makyra

Modern Western Culture · beloved, dear

Common questions about the name Zakyra

What does the name Zakyra mean?

Zakyra means "Derived from the name Zaki, meaning 'pure' or 'innocent'." — a name rooted in USA 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 Zakyra?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zakyra?

Zakyra originates from USA tradition. USA 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 Zakyra?

Zakyra pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar USA heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Zakyra trending right now?

Zakyra is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.