Zahir Boy
Origin(s)
Arabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: shining; Swahili: one who is bright
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Zahir has Arabic roots, often associated with qualities of brightness and radiance. In Islamic culture, it can also refer to someone who is outwardly evident or manifest. The name is used in various cultures, including Swahili-speaking regions, where it carries similar meanings. It has been adopted in various forms across different languages and cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Zahir has seen moderate usage in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Zahirah, Zayden, Zane, Zarek, Zavian, Zayla, Zorion
Variants
- Zahier
- Zaher
International Variants
- Zahir (Arabic)
- Zahir (Swahili)
Famous people named Zahir
Zahir Raihan was a Bangladeshi filmmaker known for his influential works in the 1970s.
Zahir Muhammad is a notable Pakistani cricketer who played in domestic leagues.
Fictional characters named Zahir
Zahir is a character in the video game series 'Prince of Persia', known for his role as a prince.
Zahir is a character in the novel 'The Shadow of the Wind' by Carlos Ruiz Zafón, representing themes of mystery.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zahir was first seen in the United States in 1973. Zahir has ranked as high as #1036 nationally which occurred in 2023 and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Zahir has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zahir (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 34 | |
| TX | 33 | |
| NY | 33 | |
| FL | 31 | |
| GA | 27 | |
| MA | 12 | |
| IL | 11 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| MD | 7 | |
| MN | 7 | |
| WI | 7 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| LA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 57 |
| 2000 | 61 |
| 2001 | 59 |
| 2002 | 62 |
| 2003 | 75 |
| 2004 | 75 |
| 2005 | 95 |
| 2006 | 108 |
| 2007 | 139 |
| 2008 | 116 |
| 2009 | 119 |
| 2010 | 139 |
| 2011 | 114 |
| 2012 | 136 |
| 2013 | 137 |
| 2014 | 172 |
| 2015 | 153 |
| 2016 | 178 |
| 2017 | 216 |
| 2018 | 213 |
| 2019 | 232 |
| 2020 | 254 |
| 2021 | 276 |
| 2022 | 288 |
| 2023 | 346 |
| 2024 | 339 |