US Popularity:20169
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Shining; Rising, dawning; Dawn
Zerah is a boy baby name of Hebrew origin. If you’re looking for a name to express your joy and happiness for baby, a name with the meaning “shining” may be the perfect fit. Besides sparkling and glistening around the globe, the name Zerah also means “dawn,” “rising,” and “dawning,” and was first discovered in the Hebrew Bible. Zerah, or Zarah, was the twin of Perez and the son of Tamar and Judah in the Old Testament. Though the name Zerah is significant in many religions and cultures, baby Zerah can shimmer and shine in any society.

Zerah Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Zerah is currently #2801 on The Bump
Boy:Zerah is currently #1564 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Zerah is currently #20169 in U.S. births

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