Brilliant, bright, or shining
Derived from the Arabic root meaning to shine or be radiant. It is often used to describe a person with a luminous or beautiful countenance, reflecting both physical brightness and a noble spirit.
Less common today
Zahia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #13,386 in 2017.
French-Algerian fashion designer and model
Renowned French orchestral conductor
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).