Zakir
Boy name · 8 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Zakir: 8 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2012.
Zakir comes from Arabic, rooted in the word _dhikr_ (“remembrance”), and means “one who remembers” or “one who praises” – often understood as someone who remembers God. The name is best known internationally through Zakir Hussain, the legendary Indian tabla virtuoso and composer who brought Indian classical music to global audiences. Another famous bearer is the Indian academic and statesman Zakir Husain, who served as India’s third President. While no major places take their name directly from Zakir, the related concept of _dhikr_ is central to Islamic spiritual practice. A common variant is Zakhir, though Zakir remains the standard spelling across South Asia and the Middle East. In Scotland, where parents often choose names with a spiritual or global resonance, Zakir offers a meaningful connection to
Boy 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20125 babies
- Latest (2012)
- #5005 babies
- Total births
- 8since 2009
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y