Female and male names starting with the letter "Z" .

Arabic-origin name derived from 'Zohra,' meaning 'radiance' or 'brilliance.'

Persian name of Arabic origin, derived from "zuhayr" meaning "radiant". It's associated with Prophet Muhammad's companion Abu Zuhayr, known for his intelligence and wisdom.

Arabic origin name that translates to "pure" or "clean".

Arabic name meaning 'to bloom' or 'flourish', signifying growth and beauty. It's also one of Allah's names in Islamic tradition, adding to its sacredness.

Rare, Persian-derived girls' name meaning "snake-jawed," drawn from ancient Iranian folklore about a figure named Zahhak.

Hebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor', derived from the word 'zechut'. It holds profound spiritual significance and has been used for centuries in Jewish culture.

Captivating Hebrew boy's name derived from the Hebrew word 'zohar', meaning 'radiance' or 'shining light'. It holds profound spiritual significance in Jewish mysticism as a reflection of God's divine light. Historically, it is associated with prominent figures like Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, author of the influential Kabbalistic work Zohar.

Hebrew name derived from "zohar," meaning "radiance." It is associated with light, illumination, and wisdom in Jewish tradition and culture.

Hebrew name meaning "radiance" or "brilliance".

Unique Hebrew name meaning "purity," traditionally used among Jewish communities but suitable for both genders. It evolved from the name of an ancient king, Zebah of Hazor, and has gained recent popularity due to its uniqueness and profound significance.

Arabic name meaning 'gold', with Islamic and Indian royal history.

Arabic name meaning 'pure', derived from the word 'zehem'. Traditionally a boy's name, it has become gender-neutral over time. Though uncommon worldwide, Zohemi remains appealing due to its unique charm and religious significance in Islam. It is pronounced /zoʊˈhiːmi/ in English-speaking countries.

Hebrew name meaning "life," offering a distinctive choice with deep symbolic significance despite its rarity.

Persian boy's name meaning "star", associated with guidance and good fortune, popularized by its use in Ferdowsi's epic poem Shahnameh.

Captivating Hebrew name derived from "Zohara," meaning "radiance" or "brightness.

Arabic name derived from "zahira," meaning "brilliant" or "shining." It signifies strength, intelligence, and radiance.

Armenian name of Persian origin, meaning "candle" or "light". It is famously associated with 19th-century poet Zohrab Mnatsakanyan, who advocated for Armenian cultural independence during Russian rule. Today, it remains popular among Armenians and those interested in their culture.

Greek female name derived from "ζωή," meaning "life." It is associated with the Horae, goddesses of seasons and hours in Greek mythology.

Georgian name meaning 'life', derived from the Greek 'zoe'.

Zoie, of Greek origin, means "life" and was historically associated with the powerful goddess Hera in ancient mythology.

American name created by combining Zoe ("life") and Lee ("clearing").

Enigmatic name of unknown origin, popularized recently with no clear etymology or historical record.

Unique Greek name meaning "life," with a spelling that sets it apart from traditional variants like Zoe or Zoey. It was popular among aristocratic families in ancient Greece due to its believed association with good fortune and long life. Today, parents choose Zoii for its timeless elegance and profound meaning, as well as its connection to nature through the "-ii" suffix.

Greek-derived name meaning 'life', historically used by one of the three Graces in Greek mythology.

African name of Congolese origin meaning "favorite daughter," derived from the Kikongo word "Zoila.

Rare Latin-derived given name, originally meaning 'lame' or 'hindered', but commonly chosen today for its unique sound despite its historical associations.

Slavic girl's name that means "life," symbolizing vitality and fertility.

Female given name of Italian origin that means "peaceful" or "calm".

Zola, derived from ancient Roman city Zola near Venice, Italy, means "peaceful" in Italian.

Zola is a unique Hebrew name meaning 'shadow' or 'night', associated with the renowned French writer Émile Zola.

Zolan: A Slavic name of Slovenian origin, meaning "sun", often associated with strength and vitality, popular among Slovenians including poet France Prešeren Zolan.

Zolana, of Swahili origin, means 'peaceful' and symbolizes harmony.

African name from the Xhosa people meaning "calmness.

Rare, Latin-derived given name that means "to make sun-like," evoking images of warmth, light, and vitality without direct ties to historical figures or myths.

Captivating unisex name of Swahili origin, meaning "happy" or "to be happy," popularized by the East African Swahili people and now gaining global recognition for its positive connotation and distinctive sound.

Hungarian name derived from 'zöld', meaning 'green'. It's often used as a diminutive of Zoltán or other Hungarian names.

The Hebrew name Zolie means 'peace' and is derived from the word 'shalom', reflecting its cultural significance.

Rare Slavic boys' name derived from "zol", meaning "sun", translating to "son of the sun" or "gift of the sun".

Rare, American-origin given name believed to be derived from the German surname "Zöller," meaning "customs officer." Its true origins and significance remain unclear.

German-origin name derived from "zолl," meaning "pig," traditionally given to children born around late autumn pig slaughter times.