UK girl's name
Zuhur
An Arabic name meaning "blossoming" or "radiant".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Zuhur is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Zuhur popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3860, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 5 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2001 to 2008. 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.
Zuhur is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Zuhur. 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 2009 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Zuhur ranked #3860 for girls in England and Wales in 2008, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 5 girls were registered as Zuhur.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Zuhur as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3860
2008
Births in 2008
5
Latest year
Peak year
2008
5 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Zuhur mean?
The name Zuhur has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots stretching back centuries. The name is derived from the Arabic word "zahara," which means "to bloom" or "to appear." It is often associated with beauty, freshness, and the emergence of something new, like a flower blossoming.
In Arabic culture, the name Zuhur has been used since ancient times, with early references found in historical texts and Islamic scriptures. The Quran, the central religious text of Islam, mentions the word "zahara" in several verses, further solidifying its significance in the Arabic tradition.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Zuhur can be found in the writings of the renowned 9th-century Arabic poet and scholar, Abu Tammam (805-845 CE). He frequently used the name in his poetry, celebrating its beauty and symbolic meaning.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Zuhur. One such individual was Zuhur Al-Alami (1164-1242 CE), a prominent female scholar and poet from Damascus, Syria. She was renowned for her expertise in Arabic literature and her contributions to the literary culture of the time.
Another significant figure was Zuhur Al-Kalbi (1253-1330 CE), a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist from Baghdad, Iraq. He was highly respected for his extensive knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and his influential writings on the subject.
In the realm of arts and culture, Zuhur Al-Fawwaz (1871-1942) was a celebrated Syrian painter and sculptor. Her works were widely acclaimed for their exquisite attention to detail and their ability to capture the essence of Syrian culture and traditions.
Zuhur Al-Jafari (1908-1991), an Egyptian writer and feminist activist, left an indelible mark on the literary and social spheres of her time. Her writings championed women's rights and challenged societal norms, inspiring generations of activists and writers.
More recently, Zuhur Ghandour (1920-2005) was a prominent Lebanese author and journalist. Her works explored themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the complexities of the human experience, earning her widespread recognition and numerous literary awards.
These are just a few examples of the many remarkable individuals who have carried the name Zuhur throughout history, each leaving a lasting impact in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Zuhur over time
The chart below shows babies named Zuhur registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2008. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Zuhur, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2008, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zuhur by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Zuhur 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4077 | 11 | 3 |
Related
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- Zara 19,377
- Zainab 9,407
- Zahra 8,438
- Zoya 4,523
- Zuzanna 4,231
- Zaynab 3,722
- Zofia 2,773
- Zaynah 1,472
- Zaina 1,376
- Zoey 1,262
- Zarah 1,167
FAQ
Zuhur: questions and answers
How popular is the name Zuhur in the UK right now?
In 2008, Zuhur was ranked #3860 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Zuhur most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 5 babies registered as Zuhur in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Zuhur?
An Arabic name meaning "blossoming" or "radiant".
How many people are called Zuhur in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Zuhur across the 3 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.