Kyzir
A modern masculine name derived from the Arabic name "Khuzayma", meaning "wise little one".
Name Census estimates that about 198 living Americans carry the first name Kyzir. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kyzir today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kyzir births was 2024 (59 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kyzir. 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
198
~ 1 in 1,731,083 Americans
Peak year
2024
59 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,381
Tracked since 2016
Popularity
Kyzir: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kyzir from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 168 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
Kyzir 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 Kyzir during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kyzirs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. Georgia, Texas, North Carolina recorded the most babies named Kyzir, while New York, Mississippi, New Jersey recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 8 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kyzir
The name Kyzir has its origins in the ancient Persian culture, dating back to the early Islamic period around the 7th century AD. It is derived from the Persian word "Kizr" which means "green" or "evergreen". This connection to nature and vitality is reflected in the name's symbolism and usage.
In the early days of Islam, the name Kyzir gained popularity among Persian and Arab communities. It was believed to bring good fortune and prosperity to the bearer. Some scholars suggest that the name may have been inspired by the figure of Al-Khidr, a revered figure in Islamic tradition who is associated with eternal life and spiritual guidance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kyzir can be found in the writings of the renowned Persian poet Ferdowsi, who lived from 940 to 1020 AD. In his epic masterpiece, the Shahnameh, Ferdowsi mentions a character named Kyzir, though little is known about the specific context or significance of this reference.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kyzir. One of the earliest was Kyzir al-Basri, a renowned Sufi mystic and scholar who lived in the 8th century AD. He was known for his teachings on spiritual enlightenment and his contributions to Islamic philosophy.
Another prominent figure was Kyzir Khan, a powerful ruler of the Delhi Sultanate in the 13th century AD. He was renowned for his military prowess and his efforts to expand the empire's territories. His reign was marked by numerous conquests and the construction of impressive architectural landmarks.
In the realm of literature, Kyzir al-Shami was a celebrated poet and writer who lived in the 14th century AD. He was renowned for his mastery of the Arabic language and his contributions to the development of classical Arabic poetry.
During the Ottoman Empire, Kyzir Pasha was a prominent military commander and statesman in the 16th century AD. He played a significant role in the empire's expansion and consolidation of power in the Middle East and North Africa.
Moving forward in time, Kyzir Mirza was a notable figure in the Mughal Empire of the 17th century AD. He was a prince and military leader who fought alongside his father, the famous Emperor Aurangzeb, in numerous campaigns and battles.
While the name Kyzir has its roots in ancient Persian and Islamic cultures, it has transcended geographical boundaries and has been adopted by various communities around the world. Throughout history, individuals bearing this name have left their mark in various fields, ranging from literature and spirituality to military leadership and governance.
People
Kyzir + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kyzir as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kyzir: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kyzir?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 198 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kyzir 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 1,731,083 US residents.
Is Kyzir a common name?
We classify Kyzir as "Very Rare". It ranks above 74.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 199 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kyzir most popular?
The single biggest year for Kyzir was 2024, when 59 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kyzir is about 4 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 Kyzir in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kyzir a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kyzir 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 Kyzir still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kyzir 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 Kyzir 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 common is the name Kyzir?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people have the name Kyzir at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.