Xara

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Pronounced ZAR-ah /ˈzɑr.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: X-spelling of Zara — Arabic, 'blooming flower; radiance', or a form of Sarah, 'princess'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Zara, X-styled: Xara spells the chic name — 'blooming flower' or 'princess' — with a bold X. Sleek, exotic, and bright.

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Origin MediumArabic, Hebrew

MeaningX-spelling of Zara — Arabic, 'blooming flower; radiance', or a form of Sarah, 'princess'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2025)#3773 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births40 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 430

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Xara is an X-spelling of Zara — Arabic zahra, 'blooming flower, radiance', or a form of Sarah, 'princess' (routes layered, which we note). The X-styling gives the chic name a modern edge.

It registers thinly beside Zara. Rare, flower-or-princess at the root, and sleek.

Did you know? Zara means 'blooming flower' or 'radiance' in Arabic — and ties to Sarah, 'princess'; Xara gives the stylish name a striking X-spelling.

Overall data confidence 65%

Behind the Name — Zara — routes layered

Variations

ZaraZahraXahra

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Xara mean?

Xara spells Zara — 'blooming flower' or 'princess' (Sarah); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Xara?

It's said ZAR-ah /ˈzɑr.ɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Xara a boy or girl name?

Xara is a girl's name.

How popular is Xara?

Xara is a rare spelling in the U.S.