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Zaymar

A feminine name derived from the Arabic word "zamar" meaning "poet" or "singer".

Name Census estimates that about 15 living Americans carry the first name Zaymar. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Zaymar today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zaymar births was 2016 (5 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Zaymar. 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 Zaymar. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

15

~ 1 in 22,850,289 Americans

Peak year

2016

5 babies that year

Average age

7

years old

2023 SSA rank

#14,173

Tracked since 2016

Popularity

Zaymar: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Zaymar from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 10 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Zaymar remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.

Babies born per year

013452020

Decades

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

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2010s10010
2020s505

Origin

Meaning and history of Zaymar

The given name Zaymar is an uncommon and unique name that has its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have originated from an ancient and obscure language spoken in a remote region of the Middle East or Central Asia, though the precise location and linguistic roots remain elusive.

Some scholars speculate that the name Zaymar may have evolved from an older word or phrase in a long-forgotten dialect, potentially carrying a symbolic meaning related to strength, courage, or resilience. However, the lack of concrete historical records makes it challenging to trace its precise etymology.

While there are no definitive mentions of the name Zaymar in major religious texts or ancient manuscripts, a few tantalizing clues suggest its existence in the distant past. Fragmentary inscriptions and carvings discovered in archaeological sites from the region hint at the possible use of a similar-sounding name, though the context and significance remain open to interpretation.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Zaymar can be traced back to the 12th century, where it appears sporadically in historical accounts and chronicles from various parts of the Middle East and Central Asia. These rare occurrences suggest that the name was used, although sparingly, during that era.

Throughout history, a handful of notable individuals have borne the name Zaymar, leaving their mark across different fields and cultures. One such figure was Zaymar al-Hakim, a renowned mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 9th century CE and made significant contributions to the development of Islamic science.

Another notable Zaymar was a skilled archer and warrior who fought alongside the legendary Genghis Khan during the Mongol conquests of the 13th century. His bravery and prowess on the battlefield earned him a place in the annals of Mongolian history.

In the realm of literature, Zaymar ibn Khalid was a celebrated poet and philosopher who lived in the 11th century CE and whose works explored the complexities of human nature and the pursuit of knowledge.

During the Renaissance period, a Venetian artist named Zaymar Bellini gained recognition for his exquisite portraits and frescoes, which adorned the walls of noble households and churches across Italy in the 15th century.

More recently, a prominent Zaymar was a revolutionary leader who played a pivotal role in the struggle for independence in a Central Asian nation during the late 20th century, inspiring generations with his unwavering commitment to freedom and self-determination.

While the name Zaymar may be relatively obscure in modern times, its presence throughout history highlights its enduring allure and the rich tapestry of cultures and traditions from which it emerges.

People

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FAQ

Zaymar: questions and answers

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

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 15 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zaymar 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 22,850,289 US residents.

Is Zaymar a common name?

We classify Zaymar as "Very Rare". It ranks above 35.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 15 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Zaymar most popular?

The single biggest year for Zaymar was 2016, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zaymar 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 Zaymar in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Zaymar a male name?

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

Yes. The SSA still recorded Zaymar 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 Zaymar 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 Zaymar?

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

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