Zari

♀ Girl

Pronounced ZAR-ee /ˈzɑːr.i/High

Meaning: gold, gildedHigh

In 30 seconds: Zari is a beautiful Persian name meaning gold or gilded. A short radiant two-syllable name evoking precious metal, used across Persian and Muslim communities.

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Origin HighPersian, Arabic

Meaninggold, gilded

U.S. rank (2025)#2606 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births67 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,488

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

Zari derives from Persian zar meaning gold. As both a name and a word for golden thread embroidery, it carries connotations of rare beauty and precious value.

Zari is used across Iran, Afghanistan, and South Asian Muslim communities.

Did you know? In Persian and Mughal textile traditions, zari refers to exquisite gold thread embroidery on silk fabric — giving royal garments their shimmering quality.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name: Zari — name etymology referencePersian Name Studies — reference for Zari

Variations

ZarenaZarinaZariyah

Nicknames

Zar

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Frequently Asked

What does Zari mean?

Zari means gold or gilded in Persian, and also refers to golden thread embroidery in Mughal textile traditions.

How do you pronounce Zari?

Zari is pronounced ZAR-ee (/ˈzɑːr.i/), with two syllables.

Is Zari a girl's name?

Yes, Zari is used as a feminine name across Persian, Arabic, and South Asian Muslim communities.

How popular is the name Zari?

Zari is used across Iran, Afghanistan, and South Asian Muslim communities.