Zamarah

“to sing”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7627US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

96All-time births

📅 Since 200500

What does Zamarah mean and where does it come from?

Zamarah is a modern Hebrew name derived from the verb 'zamar', meaning 'to sing'. It has gained popularity in the U.S. among Jewish families looking for unique names. The name conveys a sense of joy and artistic expression.

Cultural significance

Zamarah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #8018 in 2019 — currently #7627 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zamarah?

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

Zamarah Grace

How popular is Zamarah right now?

Rising fast — up 3579 spots — currently #7627 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#7627 · Top 5.6%

2005

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7627	15	▲ up 3579 · +67% births
2022	#11206	9	▼ down 1664 · -18% births
2021	#9542	11	▲ up 450 · +10% births
2020	#9992	10	▲ up 4499 · +43% births
2005	#14491	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zamarah

Best Year2023Rank #7627

Peak Count15

Average Rank#10572

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20235 years

The story of Zamarah

Zamarah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2005. With 96 total births recorded, Zamarah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14491 in 2005 to #7627 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zamarah in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Zamarah by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	20
2010s ★	66
2020s	10

💎Zamarah has only 96 total recorded births since 2005 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zamarah?

Common

ZamZamieZamyArah

What names sound and feel like Zamarah?

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

Zamorah

American · Dawn or new

Zamirah

Arabic · songbird or nightingale

Zamariah

American · God has lifted

Jamarah

American · to be prosperous

Kamarah

American · moonlight

Zakarah

Hebrew · to remember or

Zaharah

Hebrew · to shine

Zakyrah

American · remembered, intelligent

Common questions about the name Zamarah

What does the name Zamarah mean?

Zamarah means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in American 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 Zamarah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zamarah?

Zamarah originates from American tradition. American 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 Zamarah?

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

Is Zamarah trending right now?

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