UK girl's name
Zunaira
A feminine name of Arabic origin signifying "the outer or the surface of things".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Zunaira is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Zunaira popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #654, with 59 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 59 births.
This profile covers 648 England and Wales registrations across 24 recorded years from 1999 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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.
Zunaira is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 656 living people in the UK are called Zunaira. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Zunaira ranked #654 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 59 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 59 girls were registered as Zunaira.
- • Zunaira ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #765 in 2019.
- • About 656 living people in the UK are estimated to have Zunaira as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#654
2024
Births in 2024
59
Latest year
Peak year
2024
59 births
Estimated living
656
2026
Meaning
What does Zunaira mean?
The name Zunaira has its origins in Arabic culture and language. It is a feminine name that is believed to have derived from the Arabic word "zahrah," meaning "flower" or "blossom." This name's linguistic roots can be traced back to the early days of Islam and the Arab world.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Zunaira can be found in historical texts from the 7th century, when it was used as a reference to the beauty and radiance of a flower. During this time, the Arabic language and Islamic culture were spreading rapidly across the Middle East and North Africa, and names with floral meanings became popular among the people of the region.
Throughout the centuries, the name Zunaira has been associated with various historical figures and personalities. One notable example is Zunaira bint Khuzaymah, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad who lived in the 7th century. She was known for her piety, wisdom, and dedication to the teachings of Islam.
In the 10th century, Zunaira al-Andalusiya was a renowned poet and scholar from the Iberian Peninsula (modern-day Spain and Portugal). Her poetry celebrated the beauty of nature and explored themes of love and spirituality. She is considered one of the most influential female poets of the Andalusian era.
Another remarkable figure was Zunaira al-Qurashiya, a 12th-century mathematician and astronomer from Baghdad. She made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and is credited with developing advanced methods for solving complex equations.
In more recent times, Zunaira Masroor (born 1978) is a Pakistani actress and model who has appeared in numerous television dramas and films. She is recognized for her talent and versatility in portraying diverse roles.
Zunaira Arshad (born 1987) is a Pakistani cricketer who has represented her national team in various international tournaments. She is known for her exceptional batting skills and has earned numerous accolades for her contributions to the sport.
The name Zunaira has continued to be popular among Arabic-speaking communities and has gained recognition worldwide due to its beautiful meaning and historical significance. Its connection to the natural world and the imagery of a blooming flower have made it a cherished choice for parents seeking a name that evokes grace, beauty, and vitality.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Zunaira over time
The chart below shows babies named Zunaira registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Zunaira, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 59 births in 2024, compared with 59 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zunaira by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Zunaira 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 | #800 | 233 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1172 | 290 | 10 |
| 2000s | #2010 | 122 | 8 |
| 1990s | #3900 | 3 | 1 |
Geography
Where Zunaira is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Zunaira. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Zunaira ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #765 in 2019.
Across the UK
Zunaira in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#765 in 2019
3 years of NRS records, 11 total registered
Related
Names similar to Zunaira
- Zoe 23,808
- 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
Zunaira: questions and answers
How popular is the name Zunaira in the UK right now?
In 2024, Zunaira was ranked #654 for girls in England and Wales, with 59 births registered.
When was Zunaira most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 59 babies registered as Zunaira in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Zunaira?
A feminine name of Arabic origin signifying "the outer or the surface of things".
How many people are called Zunaira in the UK?
A total of 648 babies have been registered as Zunaira across the 24 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 11 more in Scotland.
Where is Zunaira most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Zunaira ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #765 in 2019. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.