What does Zamira mean and where does it come from?
Zamira is a name with Arabic origins meaning 'a song' or 'melody', and it is used in various Arabic-speaking regions. In Russian, the name conveys meanings related to beauty and charm. It has been used historically, but it has gained more popularity in recent years, especially among parents looking
Cultural significance
Zamira has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a song or a melody.
Peak popularity
Reached #1325 in 2025 — currently #1325 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Zamira?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Zamira?
Zamira works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
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One syllable · timeless choice
Zamira Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Zamira Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Zamira Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Zamira Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Zamira Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Zamira right now?
Rising fast — up 219 spots — currently #1325 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2025 | #1325 | 169 | ▲ up 219 · +22% births |
| 2024 | #1544 | 139 | ▲ up 34 · +4% births |
| 2023 | #1578 | 134 | ▲ up 412 · +35% births |
| 2022 | #1990 | 99 | ▲ up 180 · +14% births |
| 2021 | #2170 | 87 | ▼ down 1 · +5% births |
| 2020 | #2169 | 83 | ▲ up 697 · +36% births |
| 2015 | #2866 | 61 | ▲ up 1065 · +56% births |
| 2010 | #3931 | 39 | ▼ down 498 · -11% births |
| 2005 | #3433 | 44 | ▲ up 2185 · +120% births |
| 2000 | #5618 | 20 | ▲ up 5549 · +186% births |
| 1995 | #11167 | 7 | ▼ down 2174 · -22% births |
| 1990 | #8993 | 9 | — |
The story of Zamira
Zamira is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1979. With 1,070 total births recorded, Zamira remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8993 in 1990 to #1578 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Zamira in 2025:
Zamira by decade
Zamira peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1970s | 5 | |
| 1980s | 6 | |
| 1990s | 82 | |
| 2000s | 326 | |
| 2010s ★ | 568 | |
| 2020s | 391 | |
💎With 1,070 total births, Zamira is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for Zamira?
Famous people named Zamira
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Zamira (Quranic figure)
Zamira appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Zamira (Sufi mystic)
Zamira used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Zamira (Islamic scholar)
Zamira bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Zamira (Quranic figure)
Zamira appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Common questions about the name Zamira
What does the name Zamira mean?
Zamira means "a song or a melody" — 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 Zamira?
Zamira is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zamira have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Zamira?
Zamira 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 Zamira?
Zamira 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 Zamira trending right now?
Zamira is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.