Zarah
Zarah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Zarah
- A female given name.
- A female given name from Latin [in turn from Ancient Greek, in turn from Hebrew], variant of Sarah.
- A female given name from Arabic, variant of Zara.
How popular is Zarah?
Since 1880, 2,957 girls in the U.S. have been named Zarah. Its highest rank for girls was #1219 in 2022. In 2025, 151 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Zarah FAQ
What does the name Zarah mean?
A female given name. A female given name from Latin [in turn from Ancient Greek, in turn from Hebrew], variant of Sarah. A female given name from Arabic, variant of Zara.
What is the origin of the name Zarah?
Zarah is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Zarah?
Since 1880, 2,957 girls in the U.S. have been named Zarah. Its highest rank for girls was #1219 in 2022. In 2025, 151 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Zarah a boy or girl name?
Zarah is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,957 girls and 0 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.