Zaahir Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-eer / /zɑːˈhɪər/Arabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: 'brilliant'; Swahili: 'to shine'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zaahir is often associated with brightness and clarity, reflecting positive attributes. In Swahili-speaking regions, the name embodies the idea of shining or brilliance, often used metaphorically to describe a person's character or achievements.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zahir
- Zahirah
International Variants
- Zahir (Arabic)
- Zahir (Swahili)
Famous people named Zaahir
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Fictional characters named Zaahir
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zaahir was first seen in the United States in 1994. Zaahir has ranked as high as #1353 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Zaahir has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zaahir (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 13 |