What is the origin of the name Zakira?

Zakira is a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Zakira?

Zakira is currently ranked #8911 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Zakira?

Zakira is pronounced zah-KEER-ah.

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GirlArabic

Zakira

zah-KEER-ah

Popularity

#8911

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

463

Peak Year

#35 in 2007

First Recorded

1993

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Zakira is an Arabic name meaning 'one who remembers' or 'mindful'. It is associated with memory and intelligence.

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Zaki Kira

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Numerology

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Nicknames

Zaki Kira

Spelling Variations

Zakeera Zakirah

Similar Names

Zara Safiya Aaliyah Amira

Personality Traits

IntelligentMindfulWiseThoughtful

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