Radiance, flower, or guest
Zaira has multiple etymological paths, most notably from the Arabic 'Zahrah' meaning blooming flower or radiance. It also appears in Italian literature, specifically in Voltaire's play 'Zaïre', and may relate to the Arabic word for visitor or guest.
Less common today
Zaira isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,080 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Argentine model and TV host
Former Indian film actress
The protagonist of Voltaire's tragedy Zaïre · Zaïre
Filipino prima ballerina
