Zohar Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationZOH-ar / /ˈzoʊhɑr/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
light; brilliance (Hebrew); shining (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Zohar is often associated with brightness and is used in religious texts, notably in Kabbalistic literature. The Arabic interpretation emphasizes a similar theme of radiance, reflecting the cultural significance of light in both traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zohara
- Zoharim
International Variants
- Zohar (Hebrew)
- Zohar (Arabic)
Famous people named Zohar
Zohar Argov — Israeli singer.
Zohar Strauss — Israeli actor.
Fictional characters named Zohar
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zohar was first seen in the United States in 1997. Zohar has ranked as high as #1372 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Zohar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zohar
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 7 |