Zahraa
2025 SSA
About Zahraa
Zahraa is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'radiant' or 'shining.' The name is a variant of Zahra and holds special significance in Islamic tradition, as Al-Zahraa is a title given to Fatima, the daughter of Prophet Muhammad, symbolizing her radiant face and spiritual light. Popular throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and Muslim communities worldwide, Zahraa represents beauty, purity, and spiritual luminescence. The double 'a' spelling is one of several transliterations from Arabic to English, with Zahra and Zahrah being common alternatives. The name carries both religious significance and natural beauty associations, as it also connects to the Arabic word for flower or blossom.
Pronounced ZAH-rah.
As of October 2026, Zahraa ranked #4168 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2845 in 2015.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,367 | 48 | 26.9 |
| 2015 | #2,845 | 62 | 34.7 |
| 2016 | #3,520 | 45 | 25.4 |
| 2017 | #3,051 | 54 | 31.3 |
| 2018 | #3,670 | 42 | 24.7 |
| 2019 | #4,649 | 30 | 17.9 |
| 2020 | #4,071 | 35 | 21.7 |
| 2021 | #4,713 | 29 | 17.7 |
| 2022 | #4,373 | 33 | 20.1 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | #4,368 | 33 | 20.4 |
| 2025 | #4,168 | 35 | 21.8 |