زاهرة

Zahirah

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Zahirah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Radiant, shining, blooming”.

MeaningRadiant, shining, blooming
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingزاهرة
PronunciationZAH-hee-rah
Arabic rootز ه ر (z-h-r) — to shine, to blossom
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Zahirah

Zahirah is the feminine of Zāhir, from the root that gives zahr (flower) and also means to shine brightly. Zāhira describes someone radiant and flourishing. In Malaysia and Indonesia the name is written Zahirah, while Arabic speakers usually write Zahira. It should not be confused with ẓāhira, 'evident', which is spelled with a different Arabic letter.

Is Zahirah a Muslim name?

Yes. Zahirah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning radiant and blooming.

Where is the name Zahirah used?

Used in Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan and the Arab world.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zahirah mean?

Zahirah means 'Radiant, shining, blooming'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Zahirah a Muslim name?

Yes. Zahirah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning radiant and blooming.

How do you write Zahirah in Arabic?

Zahirah is written زاهرة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Zahirah?

Zahirah is pronounced ZAH-hee-rah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.