Zahir
Zahir: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Zahir
- A male given name from Arabic.
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic ظَاهِر (ẓāhir), ظٰهِر (ẓāhir). The surname is mostly found in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
How popular is Zahir?
Since 1880, 7 girls and 4,777 boys in the U.S. have been named Zahir (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #15445 in 2007. Its highest rank for boys was #738 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #738 for boys, with 356 babies given the name.
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Zahir FAQ
What does the name Zahir mean?
A male given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic ظَاهِر (ẓāhir), ظٰهِر (ẓāhir). The surname is mostly found in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
What is the origin of the name Zahir?
Zahir is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Zahir?
Since 1880, 7 girls and 4,777 boys in the U.S. have been named Zahir (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #15445 in 2007. Its highest rank for boys was #738 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #738 for boys, with 356 babies given the name.
Is Zahir a boy or girl name?
Zahir is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 7 girls and 4,777 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.