Rising since 2001, #3,389 for girls today.
Popularity of Zemira since 1999
Babies named Zemira per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 51 |
| 2010s | 469 |
| 2020s | 310 |
Meaning & origin
Zemira is a modern American invented name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security records in 1999. It is used almost exclusively for girls and has experienced a rising trajectory since 2001, peaking in popularity in 2018. As of 2025, it ranks 3,389th nationally, with approximately 1 in every 35,717 newborns receiving the name. The name is most common in Florida, its only top state. Similar names to Zemira include Zara and Zane, reflecting a preference for distinctive 'Z' names. While its origins are unclear, Zemira fits a trend of modern, melodic names that blend a strong initial with a soft ending.
Zemira first appeared in the United States in 1999 and is likely a modern coinage, possibly formed from the popular 'Z' initial and the common ending '-ira' or '-ira' found in names like Mira or Samira. There is no established etymological root in any known language, and the name does not appear in historical records before the late 20th century.
Where Zemira is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zemi, Mira, Zee
Sibling names for Zemira
Names that share Zemira's style, for a brother or sister.
