Luminous, brilliant, or flowers
In Arabic, the name can function as a masculine form meaning 'most shining' or 'brilliant.' It is also the plural form of 'zahrah,' meaning 'flowers' or 'blossoms,' which is often used for girls. It is famously associated with Al-Azhar University in Cairo, one of the world's oldest institutions.
Less common today
Azhar isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,997 in 2025.
Pakistani international cricketer
British-Pakistani cricket coach and former player
American comedian and actor
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
