Zohara

“light, brightness, radiance” — Associated with light and radiance

Israel origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8047US 2023

14Births / yr

↑Rising

65All-time births

📅 Since 200600

How to pronounce Zohara

ZOH·AR·uh

/ˈzoʊ.ˈær.ə/ · stress on ZOH · 3 syllables

“light, brightness, radiance”

Associated with light and radiance · Israel origin

What does Zohara mean and where does it come from?

Zohara (זוֹהֲרָה) is of Hebrew origin and is often associated with light and radiance. It is primarily used in Jewish communities and has gained some popularity in the United States. The name reflects a positive and optimistic personality. Notable people with this name include Israeli artist Zohara

Cultural significance

Zohara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of light, brightness, radiance.

Peak popularity

Reached #12801 in 2014 — currently #8047 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zohara?

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

Zohara Grace

How popular is Zohara right now?

Rising fast — up 2326 spots — currently #8047 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#8047 · Top 5.9%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8047	14	▲ up 2326 · +40% births
2022	#10373	10	▲ up 759 · +11% births
2021	#11132	9	▲ up 3281 · +50% births
2020	#14413	6	▲ up 3699 · +20% births
2015	#18112	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zohara

Best Year2023Rank #8047

Peak Count14

Average Rank#12415

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Zohara

Zohara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 65 total births recorded, Zohara remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #18112 in 2015 to #8047 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zohara in 2014:

Emma Olivia Sophia Isabella Ava

Zohara by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	15
2010s ★	44
2020s	6

💎Zohara has only 65 total recorded births since 2006 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zohara?

Common

ZohZohieZohyAra

What names sound and feel like Zohara?

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

Zohar

Israel · light, radiance, brightness

Johara

Arabic · Jewel or precious

Ohara

Japan · large rice field

Tocara

Spanish · to talk, to

Ozara

Nigeria · God's blessing

Jomara

Spanish · A variation of

Gomara

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Donara

Latin · A Latin name

Common questions about the name Zohara

What does the name Zohara mean?

Zohara means "light, brightness, radiance" — a name rooted in Israel 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 Zohara?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zohara?

Zohara originates from Israel tradition. Israel 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 Zohara?

Zohara is a three-syllable name pronounced Z OW1 AE1 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 Zohara?

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