Zara is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #236 in 2023 with 1,283 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 1,438 births ranking #201. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,484.0%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 1,249 girls born was named Zara. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Zara is a sleek international favourite with more than one accepted route behind it. It is often linked either to blooming or brightness or to princess-related explanations depending on the tradition cited.
The name became highly popular because it is short, polished, and travels effortlessly across languages. Its style appeal is matched by several positive meaning routes.