Rising since 2020, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Zakyra since 1997
Babies named Zakyra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 23 |
| 2000s | 166 |
| 2010s | 112 |
| 2020s | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Zakyra is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1997. It reached its peak popularity in 2006, though even then it was uncommon. Since 2020, its usage has been slowly rising, reflecting a growing interest in names with Arabic roots adapted for English speakers. The name's spelling likely derives from Zakira, with a 'y' replacing the 'i' for a distinctive look. Despite its rarity, Zakyra has not yet been recorded among the top states, suggesting a scattered but present usage across the country. Parents drawn to Zakyra may appreciate its soft sound and spiritual undertones, even if its exact meaning remains open to interpretation.
Zakyra is likely a modern feminine elaboration of the Arabic masculine name Zakir, which derives from the root dhakara, meaning 'to remember'. As a given name, it emerged in the United States in the late 1990s, possibly reflecting a broader trend of adapting Arabic names into English-friendly spellings. Its usage remains rare but has seen a gradual increase since 2020.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zaky, Kira, Z
Variants: Zakira, Zakeera
Sibling names for Zakyra
Names that share Zakyra's style, for a brother or sister.
