Find out how popular the first name Zury has been for the last 37 years (from 1987 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Zury by gender

Based on the last 37 years of data, Zury is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 49 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Zury.

The history of the first name Zury

The name Zury has its origins in the ancient Sumerian language spoken in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 3500-3000 BC. It is derived from the Sumerian word "zur," meaning "to shine" or "to radiate," and was likely used as a reference to the sun or celestial bodies.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Zury can be found in Sumerian cuneiform tablets from the city of Uruk, dating back to around 2500 BC. These tablets were administrative records and lists of names, suggesting that Zury was a name in use among the Sumerian people during that time period.

While the name Zury does not appear in any major ancient religious texts or scriptures, there are references to individuals bearing this name in various historical records and chronicles from the ancient Near East.

One notable figure was Zury-Idin, a high-ranking official and military commander who served under the Akkadian king Sargon of Akkad in the 24th century BC. Zury-Idin is mentioned in several inscriptions and is credited with leading successful military campaigns and helping to expand the Akkadian Empire.

Another individual named Zury was a Sumerian priestess who lived in the city of Uruk around 2300 BC. She is mentioned in cuneiform texts as holding an important religious position and being involved in the worship of the goddess Inanna.

In the 2nd millennium BC, there was a Babylonian scribe named Zury-bani who was known for his expertise in cuneiform writing and his contributions to the preservation of ancient Sumerian literary works.

During the Neo-Babylonian period (626-539 BC), a man named Zury-iddin served as a high-ranking official and administrator under the reign of King Nebuchadnezzar II. He is mentioned in several clay tablets and inscriptions related to administrative and economic matters.

In the 1st century AD, there was a Jewish scholar and rabbi named Zury ben Hinena who lived in Palestine. He is mentioned in the Talmud and is known for his teachings and interpretations of Jewish law and tradition.

While the name Zury has ancient roots, it has been relatively uncommon throughout much of recorded history, likely due to the decline of the Sumerian language and culture. However, its meaning and connection to celestial bodies and radiance have given it a unique and enduring quality.

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