Zamaria Girl

Popularity: #925 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: zah-MAR-ee-ah //zəˈmɑːr.i.ə//

Origin: Hebrew; Arabic

Meaning: God has heard (Hebrew); flower (Arabic)

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Zamaria has its roots in Hebrew, deriving from the elements "za" meaning "to rise" and "maria" which is often associated with the sea or bitterness, depending on the interpretation. The name can be traced through various linguistic transformations, moving from Hebrew to Greek and then into Latin before being adapted into English.

The transition into English likely occurred through the influence of biblical texts and translations, particularly during the Renaissance when Hebrew names gained popularity in Christian contexts. Historically, the name Zamaria does not have a direct biblical figure associated with it, but it can be linked to the broader tradition of names derived from Hebrew that were adopted in Christian communities.

The use of Hebrew names in the Christian tradition was notably reinforced by the translation of the Bible into various languages, including the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which played a significant role in popularizing many biblical names. The name Zamaria, while not as commonly referenced as others, fits within this tradition of names that carry deep historical and cultural significance.

Culturally, names like Zamaria often evoke themes of resilience and strength, reflecting the meanings of their components. The name may also resonate with the tradition of naming children after significant figures or concepts within a family or community, symbolizing hope and continuity.

In some contexts, diminutive forms or variations may exist, although Zamaria itself stands as a unique representation of its roots. Overall, the name encapsulates a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance that has allowed it to endure through the centuries.

Sibling suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Zamaria was first seen in the United States in 1996.

Zamaria has ranked as high as #5315 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Florida, Georgia, Texas, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

In the past 5 years the name Zamaria has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Zamaria is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Zamaria was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Zamaria.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 23 23
2024 27 27
2023 29 29
2022 32 32
2021 28 28
2020 29 29
2019 26 26
2018 26 26
2017 24 24
2016 18 18
2015 35 35
2014 28 28
2013 35 35
2012 35 35
2011 40 40
2010 47 47
2009 35 35
2008 56 56
2007 56 56
2006 55 55
2005 36 36
2004 37 37
2003 33 33
2002 16 16
2001 19 19
2000 14 14
1999 14 14
1998 15 15
1997 7 7
1996 5 5

Top States for Zamaria (2020)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
FL 5
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