Zira
Fact sheet
- Name
- Zira
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Zira has its roots in North Africa and represents a female form of the name Ziri. Translated, it means 'the moonlight'.
What does the name Zira mean?
Zira is a female variant of the name Ziri, which comes from Tamazight, where it means 'moonlight'. Additionally, the name derives from the Arabic term zīr (زِير), which means 'barrel', 'vat', or 'large jug'. In the Shona language, however, Zira is interpreted as 'the way' or 'the path'. Variants such as Ziria, Thiziri, and Tiziri are also known.
Where does the name Zira come from?
The name Zira originates from the Arabic and Tamazight languages and means 'the moonlight'. It consists of the Tamazight word ziri for 'moonlight' and the Shona word zira for 'path' or 'way'. The Arabic word zīr (زِير) means 'barrel', 'vat', or 'large jug'. The languages from which Zira derives include African, Berber, North African, Shona, and Tamazight.
How do you pronounce Zira?
Zira is pronounced like 'Zira', with the 'i' sounding like in 'beer'.
Popularity
In Germany, Zira is a rather rare first name. In 2012, it reached the 3,656th place on the list of most common female first names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name was given less than 10 times, which catapulted it to the 10,750th place. In the last ten years, no child has received this name anymore.
Nicknames & pet names
Ziri
Famous people
- Zira (lioness from The Lion King 2 (mother of Kovu, Vitani, and Nuka)
Frequently asked questions about the name Zira
Where does the name Zira come from?
The name Zira has its roots in the Arabic and Tamazight languages and is also anchored in the Shona language.
What does Zira mean?
Zira is interpreted as 'moonlight' in Tamazight, while in Shona it means 'the way' or 'the path'. Additionally, the Arabic word zīr means 'barrel' or 'vat'.
Is Zira a common name?
Zira is less common in many cultures, but it is gaining popularity and is often perceived as a unique and melodious name.