Zyra

“Derived from the name Zahra, meaning 'flower' or 'radiance'.” — Embodies beauty and femininity

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1980US 2023

100Births / yr

↑Rising

698All-time births

📅 Since 199800

What does Zyra mean and where does it come from?

Zyra is a relatively modern name that has gained traction in the United States. It is believed to be inspired by the name Zahra, which is popular in various cultures. The name embodies beauty and femininity, and its uniqueness makes it appealing for parents looking for unconventional names.

Cultural significance

Zyra has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the name zahra, meaning 'flower' or 'radiance'..

Peak popularity

Reached #2398 in 2020 — currently #1980 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zyra?

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

Zyra Grace

How popular is Zyra right now?

Rising fast — up 443 spots — currently #1980 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1980 · Top 1.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1980	100	▲ up 443 · +32% births
2022	#2423	76	▼ down 97 · -4% births
2021	#2326	79	▲ up 72 · +8% births
2020	#2398	73	▲ up 714 · +35% births
2015	#3112	54	▲ up 2619 · +125% births
2010	#5731	24	▲ up 1709 · +50% births
2005	#7440	16	▲ up 9454 · +220% births
2000	#16894	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zyra

Best Year2023Rank #1980

Peak Count100

Average Rank#5288

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Zyra

Zyra is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 698 total births recorded, Zyra remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16894 in 2000 to #1980 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zyra in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Zyra by decade

Zyra peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	6
2000s	147
2010s ★	472
2020s	73

💎Zyra has only 698 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zyra?

Common

ZyrieZyry

What names sound and feel like Zyra?

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

Nyra

American · radiance, light

Jyra

American · A modern variation

Zyla

American · to cry out;

Lyra

Greece · lyre, a stringed

Zya

American · A variant of

Hyra

Greek · A Greek name

Byra

Norway · An alternate spelling

Gyra

Greek · Greek

Common questions about the name Zyra

What does the name Zyra mean?

Zyra means "Derived from the name Zahra, meaning 'flower' or 'radiance'." — 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 Zyra?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zyra?

Zyra 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.

Is Zyra trending right now?

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

Is Zyra a common or rare name?

Zyra is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.