Zakirah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-KEER-ah / zəˈkɪərəArabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: 'remembered'; Swahili: 'to remember'
Historical & Cultural Background
Zakirah is derived from the Arabic root 'dhikr', which means 'to remember' or 'to mention'. It is often used in Islamic contexts, reflecting the importance of remembrance in faith. In Swahili-speaking cultures, the name carries a similar connotation of memory and remembrance. The name is used in various cultures, particularly among Muslim communities.
Trend Summary
Zakirah has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zakira
- Zakirahh
International Variants
- Zakira (Arabic)
- Zakirah (Swahili)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zakirah was first seen in the United States in 1995. Zakirah has ranked as high as #1327 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Zakirah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zakirah
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |