Zakir Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAH-kir / /ˈzɑː.kɪr/Arabic; Persian; Turkish
Meaning
remembered (Arabic); one who remembers (Persian); a name of God (Turkish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zakir is derived from 'dhikr', meaning remembrance, often associated with spiritual practices. In Persian, it emphasizes the act of remembering, reflecting a cultural value placed on memory and reflection. The Turkish variant also connects to religious significance, often used in Islamic contexts.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zakir
- Zakeer
- Zakirah
International Variants
- Zakir (Arabic)
- Zakir (Persian)
- Zakir (Turkish)
Famous people named Zakir
Zakir Naik — Indian Islamic preacher.
Zakir Hussain — Indian tabla player.
Fictional characters named Zakir
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zakir was first seen in the United States in 1990. Zakir has ranked as high as #1357 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Zakir has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zakir (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 25 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 37 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 27 |