UK boy's name
Zarrar
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "source of injury" or "one who causes harm".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Zarrar is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Zarrar popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2160, with 10 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 12 births.
This profile covers 77 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 2008 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 83% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 77 living people in the UK are called Zarrar. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Zarrar ranked #2160 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 10 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2022, when 12 boys were registered as Zarrar.
- • About 77 living people in the UK are estimated to have Zarrar as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2160
2023
Births in 2023
10
Latest year
Peak year
2022
12 births
Estimated living
77
2026
Meaning
What does Zarrar mean?
The name Zarrar finds its origins in the Arabic language and culture, dating back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Arabic root word "zarr," which means "gold" or "precious metal." The name is believed to have been used to convey the idea of someone who is valuable, precious, or highly esteemed.
One of the earliest historical references to the name Zarrar can be found in the writings of Arab scholars and historians from the 9th and 10th centuries. It is mentioned in some Islamic texts and manuscripts, although its usage was not widespread during that time.
The first recorded bearer of the name Zarrar was a prominent Islamic scholar and theologian, Zarrar ibn Amr al-Qadiri, who lived in the 9th century. He was known for his expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the field of Islamic theology.
Another notable figure in history with the name Zarrar was Zarrar ibn Abi Zarr al-Qadi, a 10th-century Andalusian poet and literary figure. He was born in Cordoba, Spain, and was renowned for his poetic works, which were widely celebrated in the Iberian Peninsula during the Golden Age of Islamic culture.
In the 12th century, there was a Persian scholar and philosopher named Zarrar ibn Muhammad al-Ghazali, who was a student of the famous Islamic thinker and philosopher, Al-Ghazali. He wrote several treatises on Islamic philosophy and theology, and his works were influential in the intellectual circles of his time.
During the 14th century, a prominent Sufi mystic and poet from Iran named Zarrar al-Din Mahmud Shabistari gained recognition for his spiritual verses and teachings. His most notable work was the "Gulshan-i Raz" (The Rose Garden of Mysteries), which explored the mystic path of Sufism.
In the 16th century, there was a renowned Ottoman calligrapher and artist named Zarrar Mustafa Efendi, who was celebrated for his mastery of the Islamic calligraphic arts. His works were highly regarded and can be found adorning the walls of mosques and palaces throughout the Ottoman Empire.
Throughout history, the name Zarrar has been associated with individuals who were respected for their knowledge, wisdom, and contributions to various fields, particularly in the realms of Islamic scholarship, literature, and the arts.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Zarrar over time
The chart below shows babies named Zarrar registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Zarrar, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 10 births in 2023, compared with 12 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zarrar by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Zarrar was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #2595 | 34 | 4 |
| 2010s | #3493 | 38 | 7 |
| 2000s | #3158 | 5 | 1 |
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FAQ
Zarrar: questions and answers
How popular is the name Zarrar in the UK right now?
In 2023, Zarrar was ranked #2160 for boys in England and Wales, with 10 births registered.
When was Zarrar most popular?
The peak year on record was 2022, with 12 babies registered as Zarrar in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Zarrar?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "source of injury" or "one who causes harm".
How many people are called Zarrar in the UK?
A total of 77 babies have been registered as Zarrar across the 12 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.