Rising since 1999, #3,517 for girls today.
Popularity of Zemirah since 1999
Babies named Zemirah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 114 |
| 2010s | 360 |
| 2020s | 248 |
Meaning & origin
Zemirah is a rare and melodic name that first entered the U.S. baby-name landscape in 1999. Since then it has been on a steady upward trajectory, peaking in 2024 and continuing to rise into 2025, where it ranked 3517 with a rarity of 1 in 37,378. Its most common state of use is Texas, reflecting a broader trend of inventive names among American families. The name’s etymology is uncertain; it may derive from the Hebrew word zimrah meaning “song,” but there is no historical record of it as an established Hebrew name. More likely, Zemirah is a modern coinage, perhaps influenced by the fashionable -ah suffix and names like Mira or Samira. Its gentle sound and lyrical quality appeal to parents seeking a unique but feminine name.
Zemirah appears to be a modern creation, first recorded in the United States in 1999. It may be a feminization or elaboration of the Hebrew word zimrah, which appears in biblical poetry meaning “song” or “melody.” However, there is no evidence of historical use in Hebrew-speaking communities, and the name may simply be an invented melodic-sounding name inspired by other -ah ending names like Mira or Samira.
Where Zemirah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zemi, Mira, Z
Variants: Zamira, Zimira
Sibling names for Zemirah
Names that share Zemirah's style, for a brother or sister.
