Dymir
A masculine name of Russian origin meaning "smoky" or "dusky".
Name Census estimates that about 147 living Americans carry the first name Dymir. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dymir today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dymir births was 2004 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dymir. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
147
~ 1 in 2,331,662 Americans
Peak year
2004
11 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2024 SSA rank
#7,875
Tracked since 1997
Popularity
Dymir: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Dymir from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 74 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Dymir remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dymir by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Dymir during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Dymirs live
Origin
Meaning and history of Dymir
The name Dymir originates from the Slavic languages, with its roots traced back to the early medieval period, specifically to the regions of modern-day Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. The name is derived from the Proto-Slavic root "dimŭ," which translates to "smoke" or "mist," suggesting a possible connection to atmospheric phenomena or a smoky environment.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dymir can be found in the Russian Primary Chronicle, a historical text dating back to the 12th century. This chronicle mentions a Dymir, a prominent figure in the Kievan Rus' realm, who played a pivotal role in defending the city of Kiev against invading forces.
In the 14th century, a legendary warrior named Dymir Krasnyi gained fame for his bravery and military exploits during the Mongol invasions of Rus'. His name became synonymous with valor and resilience, inspiring generations of warriors and leaders to follow in his footsteps.
During the 16th century, a renowned Russian merchant and philanthropist, Dymir Stroganov, made significant contributions to the exploration and development of Siberia. His name is associated with the establishment of new trade routes and the expansion of Russian influence in the region.
In the realm of literature, the name Dymir appears in the works of the celebrated Russian poet Alexander Pushkin. In his epic poem "Ruslan and Ludmila," one of the characters bears the name Dymir, adding a touch of historical authenticity to the narrative.
Another notable figure bearing the name Dymir was a Serbian nobleman and military leader, Dymir Branković, who lived in the 15th century. He played a crucial role in defending the Serbian territories against the Ottoman Empire, earning a place in the annals of Serbian history.
It is worth noting that while the name Dymir has its roots in Slavic cultures, it has transcended geographical boundaries and found its way into various other cultures and societies over time, albeit with varying levels of popularity and adaptation.
People
Dymir + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dymir as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dymir: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dymir?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 147 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dymir going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,331,662 US residents.
Is Dymir a common name?
We classify Dymir as "Very Rare". It ranks above 70% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 149 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dymir most popular?
The single biggest year for Dymir was 2004, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dymir is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Dymir in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dymir a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dymir in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Dymir still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dymir in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Dymir can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Dymir?
If you just want to know how many people have the name Dymir, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.