Radiance, blossom, or visitor
Zairah is a name with multiple potential etymological paths, most commonly associated with the Arabic root meaning 'radiance' or 'shining.' It is also frequently linked to the concept of a 'visitor' or 'guest' in Arabic traditions, or as a variation of Zahra, meaning 'blooming flower.'
Less common today
Zairah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,940 in 2014.
Argentine model and television host
Former Indian film actress
The titular character in Bellini's opera Β· Zaira
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).