Zahara
girl name#1285 in 2025Zahara entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #1190 in 2022, ranks #1285 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1986–2025
#1285
rank today
#1190
peak (2022)
174
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #8971 |
| 1990s | #7911 |
| 2000s | #3540 |
| 2010s | #1462 |
| 2020s | #1249 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zahara has been most popular in CA, NY, FL.
Living bearers
About 3,600 people named Zahara are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zahara is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zahara in 2025?
- Zahara ranks #1285 among US girl names in 2025, with 174 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zahara most popular?
- Zahara peaked in 2022, reaching #1190 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Zahara with classmates?
- Zahara will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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