Humayra
A feminine Muslim name derived from the Arabic word "humaira," meaning "reddish" or "reddish-brown."
Name Census estimates that about 77 living Americans carry the first name Humayra. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Humayra today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Humayra births was 2023 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Humayra. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Humayra with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Humayra. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
77
~ 1 in 4,451,355 Americans
Peak year
2023
13 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2024 SSA rank
#12,617
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Humayra: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Humayra from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 43 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Humayra 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 Humayra during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Humayras live
Origin
Meaning and history of Humayra
The name Humayra has its roots in the Persian language and culture, originating in ancient times. It is derived from the Persian word "homai," which means a mythical bird similar to the phoenix, renowned for its beauty and grace. The name Humayra is a feminine form, often translating to "auspicious" or "fortunate."
In Persian mythology, the homai bird was a symbol of royalty, prosperity, and good fortune. It was believed that the bird would rise from its ashes, symbolizing rebirth and immortality. This symbolic association contributed to the name's popularity among the Persian nobility and aristocracy.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Humayra can be found in the famous Persian epic poem, the "Shahnameh" (The Book of Kings), written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century AD. The poem mentions a character named Humayra, although the details surrounding this individual are scarce.
Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Humayra. One such figure was Humayra Begum (1516-1562), the daughter of the Mughal Emperor Babur. She played a significant role in the Mughal court and was known for her intelligence and political acumen.
Another prominent Humayra was Humayra Hisamuddin (1915-2008), an influential Pakistani writer and educator. She was a pioneer in the field of Urdu literature and was awarded the prestigious Pride of Performance award by the Pakistani government in recognition of her contributions.
In the realm of art, Humayra Rashid (born 1957) is a renowned Pakistani artist and sculptor. Her works have been exhibited internationally and have gained critical acclaim for their exploration of socio-political themes and cultural identity.
Humayra Abedin (born 1976) is a Bangladeshi politician and former advisor to the Prime Minister of Bangladesh. She has been actively involved in promoting women's empowerment and gender equality initiatives in her country.
Humayra Iqbal (born 1984) is a British entrepreneur and social activist. She founded the Ik Rah Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing education and support to underprivileged communities in Pakistan.
These are just a few examples of the notable individuals who have carried the name Humayra throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage associated with this beautiful Persian name.
People
Humayra + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Humayra as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Humayra: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Humayra?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 77 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Humayra 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 4,451,355 US residents.
Is Humayra a common name?
We classify Humayra as "Very Rare". It ranks above 60.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 78 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Humayra most popular?
The single biggest year for Humayra was 2023, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Humayra is about 7 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 Humayra in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Humayra a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Humayra in the SSA data are female. 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 Humayra still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Humayra 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 Humayra 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 Humayra?
See how many people have the name Humayra on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.