Quazir
A diminutive form of the Arabic name Qazir meaning "large quantity".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Quazir. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Quazir today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Quazir births was 2020 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Quazir. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Quazir. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2020
6 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2020 SSA rank
#11,655
Tracked since 2020
Popularity
Quazir: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Quazir 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 Quazir during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Quazir
The name Quazir is a relatively uncommon one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. Some linguists trace its roots back to the ancient Persian language, where it may have derived from the word "qazir," meaning "powerful" or "mighty." Others suggest it has ties to the Arabic language, potentially stemming from the word "qahir," which translates to "conqueror" or "victor."
Records of the name Quazir can be found in various historical texts, though its earliest known appearance is in a 9th-century Persian chronicle detailing the exploits of a renowned military commander. This figure, known as Quazir al-Din, played a pivotal role in defending the Persian Empire against invasions from the east.
In the 12th century, the name resurfaced in the writings of a renowned Islamic scholar, Quazir al-Mufti, who was celebrated for his contributions to the fields of theology and jurisprudence. His works were widely studied throughout the Muslim world and beyond.
The name Quazir has also been associated with several prominent figures in the realm of literature and the arts. One such individual was Quazir al-Shafiq, a renowned poet and calligrapher who lived in the 14th century. His exquisite works were highly prized by the rulers of his time and are still admired today for their beauty and artistry.
In the 16th century, a remarkable figure emerged in the world of science and astronomy. Quazir al-Munjid, a brilliant mathematician and astronomer, made significant contributions to the understanding of celestial bodies and the movements of the planets. His groundbreaking observations and calculations were instrumental in advancing the field of astronomy during that era.
Another notable individual bearing the name Quazir was Quazir al-Khatib, a skilled orator and diplomat who lived in the 18th century. His eloquence and diplomatic prowess earned him a reputation as one of the most influential negotiators of his time, and he played a crucial role in brokering peace agreements between warring factions.
While the name Quazir may not be as widespread as some other monikers, it carries a rich historical legacy, evoking images of power, conquest, and intellectual prowess. Its enduring presence throughout the centuries serves as a testament to the enduring influence of the cultures and languages from which it emerged.
People
Quazir + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Quazir as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Q
Other first names starting with Q with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Quazir: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Quazir?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Quazir 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Quazir a common name?
We classify Quazir as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Quazir most popular?
The single biggest year for Quazir was 2020, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Quazir is about 6 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 Quazir in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Quazir a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Quazir 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 Quazir still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Quazir 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 Quazir 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 are called Quazir?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.