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Saahir

Masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "skilled poet" or "enchanter".

Name Census estimates that about 237 living Americans carry the first name Saahir. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Saahir today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Saahir births was 2017 (19 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Saahir. 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 Saahir with official rankings and popularity over time.

People living today

237

~ 1 in 1,446,221 Americans

Peak year

2017

19 babies that year

Average age

12

years old

2024 SSA rank

#9,674

Tracked since 1998

Popularity

Saahir: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Saahir from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 106 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Saahir remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.

Babies born per year

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Decades

Saahir 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 Saahir during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1990s12012
2000s59059
2010s1060106
2020s62062

Geography

Where Saahirs live

Origin

Meaning and history of Saahir

The name Saahir finds its origins in the Arabic language, with a rich history and cultural significance that spans centuries. It is a derivative of the Arabic word "saahir," which translates to "enchanter" or "magician," implying a mystical and captivating quality.

The name Saahir has been mentioned in various Arabic literary works and historical records, particularly those associated with the Islamic Golden Age, a period of remarkable intellectual and cultural achievements. During this era, from the 8th to the 13th century, the Arabic world witnessed a flourishing of art, science, and literature, contributing immensely to human knowledge and understanding.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Saahir can be found in the renowned collection of tales, "One Thousand and One Nights," also known as "The Arabian Nights." This iconic work, which originated in the Islamic Golden Age, features a character named Saahir, who is often portrayed as a skilled enchanter or sorcerer, weaving captivating stories and enchanting those around him with his words.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Saahir. One such figure was Saahir al-Saahir, a celebrated Arab poet and writer from the 10th century. His poetic works, renowned for their depth and eloquence, have left an indelible mark on Arabic literature.

Another prominent figure was Saahir al-Andalusi, a renowned mathematician and astronomer from the 11th century. Born in Andalusia (modern-day Spain), he made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the development of advanced algebraic equations and astronomical calculations.

In the realm of music, Saahir Ludhianvi, an Indian poet and lyricist from the 20th century, gained widespread acclaim for his poetic compositions and lyrics that graced numerous Bollywood films. His birth name, Saahir Ludhianvi, was a testament to the enduring popularity of the name across different cultures and regions.

Another notable individual was Saahir ibn Kammuna, a 13th-century Arab philosopher and scientist who made important contributions to the fields of logic, physics, and metaphysics. His works were highly influential during the Islamic Golden Age and beyond.

The name Saahir has also been associated with individuals from various other fields, such as literature, arts, and politics, further solidifying its presence and significance throughout history. While the origins of the name can be traced back to the Arabic language and culture, its resonance has transcended borders and time, leaving an indelible mark on societies and cultures across the globe.

People

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FAQ

Saahir: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Saahir?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 237 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Saahir 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 1,446,221 US residents.

Is Saahir a common name?

We classify Saahir as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 239 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Saahir most popular?

The single biggest year for Saahir was 2017, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Saahir is about 12 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 Saahir in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Saahir a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Saahir 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 Saahir still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Saahir 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 Saahir 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 Saahir as a first name?

HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.

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