Subeer
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "patient or enduring".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Subeer. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Subeer today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Subeer births was 2017 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Subeer. 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 Subeer with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Subeer. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2017
5 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2017 SSA rank
#13,985
Tracked since 2017
Popularity
Subeer: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Subeer 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 Subeer during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Subeer
The name Subeer has its origins in the Persian language, originating from the ancient region of Persia, which is now modern-day Iran. It dates back to the 6th century BCE during the reign of the Achaemenid Empire. The name is derived from the Persian word "subh," meaning "morning" or "dawn," and is often associated with freshness, new beginnings, and hope.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Subeer can be found in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century CE. In this epic, Subeer is portrayed as a brave and noble warrior who fought alongside the legendary hero Rustam.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Subeer. One of the most prominent was Subeer al-Kindi, an 8th-century Arabic philosopher and mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of optics and medicine. He lived from approximately 801 CE to 873 CE and was regarded as one of the foremost scholars of the Islamic Golden Age.
Another historical figure with the name Subeer was Subeer ibn Battah, a 10th-century Arab traveler and geographer. He embarked on extensive journeys across the Middle East and North Africa, documenting his observations and experiences in his travelogue, known as the "Rihla" or "Journey." His writings provided valuable insights into the cultural and geographical landscapes of the regions he visited.
In the 12th century, there was a renowned Persian poet named Subeer Nishapuri, who was renowned for his lyrical compositions and mastery of the Persian language. His poetry often celebrated themes of love, nature, and spirituality, and he was highly influential in the development of Persian literature during that era.
Subeer Khan was a 16th-century Mughal nobleman and military commander who served under the reign of Emperor Akbar. He played a significant role in the expansion of the Mughal Empire and was known for his strategic prowess on the battlefield. He lived from approximately 1540 CE to 1605 CE.
The name Subeer has a rich historical legacy, with its roots deeply intertwined with the cultural and literary traditions of the Persian and Middle Eastern regions. Throughout the centuries, it has been borne by scholars, poets, travelers, and warriors, each leaving their mark on the tapestry of history.
People
Subeer + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Subeer as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Subeer: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Subeer?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Subeer 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Subeer a common name?
We classify Subeer as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Subeer most popular?
The single biggest year for Subeer was 2017, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Subeer is about 9 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 Subeer in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Subeer a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Subeer 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 Subeer still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Subeer 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 Subeer 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 Subeer as a first name?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.