Zara

Meaning of Zara

Zara means "princess" or "flower". It can also mean "radiance".

Zara has Arabic roots — browse every Arabic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Zara

Zara is climbing again, up to #212 in 2025 from #234 in 2024 after peaking at #201 in 2022.

Notable people named Zara

• Zara Tindall
  British royal and equestrian
• Zara Larsson
  Swedish pop singer
• Zara Phillips
  British equestrian; Princess Anne's daughter
• Zara Cully
  American actress and comedian
• Zaraah Abrahams
  British actress

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Questions about the name Zara

What does the name Zara mean?

Zara means zara means "princess" or "flower". it can also mean "radiance", and it comes from Arabic origins.

Is Zara a boy's or a girl's name?

Zara is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Zara?

In 2025, Zara ranked #212 for girls, up from #234 the year before.

When was Zara most popular?

Zara peaked at #201 in 2022.