Zaheer Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-HEER / /zəˈhɪər/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'victorious'; Persian: 'bringer of victory'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zaheer is often associated with strength and triumph, reflecting the values of bravery and success. In Persian contexts, it carries similar connotations of victory, often used in literary and poetic expressions. The name is prevalent in various Islamic cultures, symbolizing a positive and powerful identity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zahir
- Zahirah
International Variants
- Zahir (Arabic)
- Zahir (Persian)
Famous people named Zaheer
Zaheer Khan — Indian cricketer.
Zaheer Abbas — Pakistani cricketer.
Fictional characters named Zaheer
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zaheer was first seen in the United States in 1989. Zaheer has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Zaheer has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zaheer (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 19 |