With its roots in Arabic, Zahi (pronounced ZAH-hee) brings to mind a bright, radiant spirit—almost like a little sunbeam toddling through a room. In Arabic, Zahi means “shining” or “luminous,” and parents drawn to names with warmth and vitality often find themselves smiling at the thought of their son bearing this gentle yet powerful moniker. Though you won’t see Zahi topping every baby-name list—it’s hovered around the 900s in popularity in recent years, with 14 boys named Zahi in 2023—it’s precisely that rarity that gives it a touch of magic. Playful without being over the top and easy to pronounce across cultures, Zahi feels both familiar and refreshingly unexpected, perfect for a little boy destined to light up every room he enters.
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