Zaira
How to say it: ZY-ruh · /ˈzaɪrə/
Arabic origin meaning 'radiant, blooming flower'; also an Italian operatic name (Bellini). Variant of Zahra/Zara.
Zaira was the 937th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 224 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 58% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #783 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · Insee 2025 data, published July 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #937 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 224 |
| Share of births | 1 in 14,800 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +58% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #783 |
| In France, 2025 | #1,359 among girls’ names, 15 births |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA), Insee (France). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Most of Zaira’s use belongs to the last forty years. At its peak in the 2020s, it is projected to rise still more.
What goes with it
Airy and soft with a breathy touch, Zaira feels gentle and travels well. Layla shares its style.
Nicknames
- Zai
- Zara
Honouring a Zaira in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Zaira is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in Arabic, English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
In France: #1,359 for girls in 2025.
Famous people named Zaira
- Zaira Wasim (born 2000)Former Indian actress
- Zaira Nara (born 1988)Argentine model and TV host
- Zaira Romero (born 2000)Spanish actress
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