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Zamzam

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Pronounced ZAM-zam /ˈzæm.zæm/Medium

Meaning: From Zamzam, the sacred well in Mecca whose water Muslims hold blessed; the word suggests 'abundant, flowing water.' A revered name, especially in Somali and other Muslim communities.Medium

In 30 seconds: A revered Arabic name: Zamzam is the sacred well at Mecca — 'abundant water' (said 'ZAM-zam'). Meaningful and rare.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningFrom Zamzam, the sacred well in Mecca whose water Muslims hold blessed; the word suggests 'abundant, flowing water.' A revered name, especially in Somali and other Muslim communities.
U.S. rank (2025)#13168 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2015
Total births (all-time)≈ 308

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201719992025

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

Zamzam is named for the sacred well of Zamzam in Mecca, its water held blessed in Islamic tradition; the word evokes 'abundant, flowing water.' A revered name, we note respectfully — rare in the U.S. (said 'ZAM-zam').

It appears rarely in the U.S., mostly in Somali and other Muslim families. Rare, revered, and meaning-rich.

Did you know? Zamzam takes its name from the holy well at Mecca, whose water Muslims consider blessed — a deeply meaningful name, cherished especially in Somali families, which we note respectfully (said 'ZAM-zam').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Zamzam — sacred well at Mecca; 'abundant water'; noted respectfully

Variations

Zam ZamZemzemZamzama

Nicknames

ZiziZam

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Zamzam mean?

Zamzam is the name of the sacred well at Mecca, its water held blessed; the word evokes 'abundant water.' We note it respectfully.

How do you pronounce Zamzam?

It's said ZAM-zam /ˈzæm.zæm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Zamzam a boy or girl name?

Zamzam is a girl's name.

How popular is Zamzam?

Zamzam is a rare name in the U.S.

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