Zahir

Zahir Meaning & Origin

About Zahir
The name Zahir is of Arabic origin and holds multiple meanings. It is derived from the Arabic word "zahara," which means "to become evident" or "to shine." As a name, Zahir signifies someone who is prominent, visible, or distinguished. It can also represent the concept of truth and clarity, symbolizing an individual who is open, honest, and transparent in their actions and beliefs.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Zahir are male.

Zahir Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 3.26% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
SHR
🗽 NYSIIS
ZSA
🔊 Soundex
Z060
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
Z AH0 HH IH1 R
🌐 IPA
/zəˈhɪr/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('SHR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
Z600

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Zahir in Braille

Here's how to represent Zahir in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Zahir in braille

How to Spell the Name Zahir in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Zahir using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Zahir in sign language

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