Zaire
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Origin and meaning
Name: Zaire (za-ire)
Gender: Unisex
Popularity in 2023: #480
Origin: African-American
Meaning: The river that swallows all rivers
Origin: African
Meaning: river
Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Powerfull and River
Origin and Meaning: The name Zaire is of African origin and means "river that swallows all rivers". The name is derived from the Congo River, which flows through many countries in central and western Africa, including the Democratic Republic of Congo, where it is known as Zaire.
Etymology: The name Zaire is derived from the Kongo word "nzadi," which means "river that swallows all rivers."
Derived: The name Zaire has been used as a given name since the 1970s, but it gained wider popularity in the 1990s when the Democratic Republic of Congo was known as Zaire under the rule of Mobutu Sese Seko. History of the name: The name Zaire was first used as the name of the Kingdom of Kongo, a pre-colonial African kingdom located in what is now Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the Republic of Congo. The name was later used to refer to the Congo River, which is the second-longest river in Africa and the deepest river in the world.
Style of the Name: The name Zaire is a unique and modern name with a strong African heritage. It is often chosen by parents who want to give their child a name that reflects their African roots or who are drawn to the name's meaning and history.
Symbolism of the Name: The name Zaire is associated with power, strength, and the ability to overcome obstacles. It is also associated with water, which is a symbol of life and renewal in many African cultures. The name Zaire is often seen as a symbol of African pride and identity.
Pronunciation
Say: 🔊
IPA: /za͡ɪˈɪ͡ɹ/
Syllables: za-ire
Zaire's luck prospects
Destiny | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
Friendship | Poor | ★★ |
Love | Good | ★★★★ |
Family | Average | ★★★ |
Money | Good | ★★★★ |
Health | Good | ★★★★ |
Personality traits of name Zaire
- Amorous
- Logical
- Many-sided
- Elegant
- Flexible
- Bossy
- Egotistic
Astrology of name Zaire
Zodiac sign: Cancer
Element: Water
Ruling planet: Moon
Lucky metal: Brass
Lucky gemstones: | Fluorite |
Lucky colors: | Indigo Violet Blue |
Totem pet: Lovebird
Totem animal: Dog
Totem plant: Daisy
Totem tree: Plum
Lucky weekday: Thursday
Favorable month: October
Lucky numbers: 8, 11, 87
Lucky days of the month: 6, 8, 23
Unlucky number: 39
Hobbies: running, diamond painting kit, growing flowers
Careers: Law Enforcement, Charity Sector, Training Services
Health issues: Kidney issues
Letters count: 5
Numerology of name Zaire
Name popularity
Male
Raw data
Year | Rank | Births |
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1991 | 743 | 21 |
1992 | 752 | 31 |
1993 | 743 | 28 |
1994 | 716 | 61 |
1995 | 738 | 63 |
1996 | 692 | 85 |
1997 | 664 | 128 |
1998 | 684 | 116 |
1999 | 634 | 180 |
2000 | 611 | 203 |
2001 | 686 | 140 |
2002 | 637 | 182 |
2003 | 626 | 205 |
2004 | 677 | 173 |
2005 | 669 | 211 |
2006 | 641 | 248 |
2007 | 637 | 268 |
2008 | 663 | 257 |
2009 | 667 | 238 |
2010 | 669 | 222 |
2011 | 662 | 223 |
2012 | 691 | 209 |
2013 | 674 | 218 |
2014 | 688 | 237 |
2015 | 661 | 254 |
2016 | 634 | 304 |
2017 | 606 | 316 |
2018 | 559 | 386 |
2019 | 498 | 498 |
2020 | 481 | 542 |
2021 | 480 | 556 |
Female
Raw data
Year | Rank | Births |
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1993 | 847 | 21 |
1994 | 820 | 33 |
1995 | 811 | 50 |
1996 | 802 | 64 |
1997 | 785 | 76 |
1998 | 807 | 68 |
1999 | 812 | 81 |
2000 | 827 | 83 |
2001 | 840 | 60 |
2002 | 841 | 54 |
2003 | 868 | 47 |
2004 | 891 | 57 |
2005 | 911 | 42 |
2006 | 918 | 59 |
2007 | 926 | 57 |
2008 | 921 | 58 |
2009 | 916 | 48 |
2010 | 894 | 49 |
2011 | 898 | 33 |
2012 | 897 | 42 |
2013 | 887 | 44 |
2014 | 935 | 39 |
2015 | 931 | 23 |
2016 | 943 | 23 |
2017 | 917 | 33 |
2019 | 929 | 22 |
Name Zaire in sign language
Zaire's name color
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