زری

Zari

girlPersian

Zari is a Muslim girl name meaning “Golden; gold brocade”.

MeaningGolden; gold brocade
GenderGirl
OriginPersian
Arabic spellingزری
Pronunciationzah-REE
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Zari

Zari comes from Persian zar, 'gold', and means 'golden' or refers to gold-thread brocade. It is often a short form of names like Zarrin or Zarrintaj, and was common in Iran in the early and mid-twentieth century. In South Asia zari is the word for gold embroidery.

Is Zari a Muslim name?

Zari is a Persian name meaning 'golden'. It is not Arabic but is used by Muslim families in Iran.

Where is the name Zari used?

Used in Iran, mainly among older generations.

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Spellings and variants of Zari

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zari mean?

Zari means 'Golden; gold brocade'. It comes from Persian.

Is Zari a Muslim name?

Zari is a Persian name meaning 'golden'. It is not Arabic but is used by Muslim families in Iran.

How do you write Zari in Arabic?

Zari is written زری in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Zari?

Zari is pronounced zah-REE.

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