Zyir
An Arabic name meaning "prosperous" or "triumphant".
Name Census estimates that about 750 living Americans carry the first name Zyir. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Zyir today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zyir births was 2024 (72 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zyir. 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.
People living today
750
~ 1 in 457,006 Americans
Peak year
2024
72 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,091
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Zyir: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Zyir from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 393 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zyir 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 Zyir during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Zyirs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 10 states and territories. Georgia, Florida, Texas recorded the most babies named Zyir, while Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Virginia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 25 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Zyir
The name Zyir has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots dating back to the 7th century AD. It is derived from the Arabic word "zayr," which means "visitor" or "guest." This name was likely given to children as a reminder to welcome and treat visitors with kindness and hospitality, values deeply rooted in Arabic tradition.
In its earliest forms, the name was spelled as "Zair" or "Zayr," with slight variations in pronunciation and spelling across different regions of the Arab world. As the name spread beyond its origins, it evolved into the modern spelling of "Zyir," particularly in Western countries where Arabic names were adapted to suit local linguistic patterns.
The name Zyir does not appear to have any direct references in ancient texts or religious scriptures. However, its root word, "zayr," is mentioned in various Arabic literary works, emphasizing the importance of hospitality and generosity towards guests in Arab culture.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Zyir can be traced back to the late 9th century AD, when a prominent scholar and poet from Baghdad, known as Zyir al-Baghdadi, gained recognition for his contributions to Arabic literature. Another notable figure was Zyir ibn Abi Bakr al-Qurtubi, a respected jurist and scholar from Cordoba, Spain, who lived in the 12th century AD.
Throughout history, several individuals have borne the name Zyir, although their fame and impact varied across different regions and time periods. One such person was Zyir al-Din al-Bitlisi, an Ottoman historian and scholar who lived in the 16th century AD and authored several influential works on the history of the Ottoman Empire.
In the 19th century, Zyir al-Fadli was a renowned Sudanese scholar and poet who contributed significantly to the literary and intellectual landscape of his time. His writings and teachings left a lasting impact on the cultural heritage of Sudan.
Another notable figure was Zyir al-Wadi, an Egyptian poet and writer who lived in the early 20th century. His works often reflected the social and political changes that Egypt was undergoing during that period, making him a prominent voice in the literary circles of his time.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Zyir throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence and the diverse backgrounds and achievements of those who have borne this name.
People
Zyir + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Zyir as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Z
Other first names starting with Z with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Zyir: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zyir?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 750 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zyir 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 457,006 US residents.
Is Zyir a common name?
We classify Zyir as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 755 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Zyir most popular?
The single biggest year for Zyir was 2024, when 72 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zyir is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Zyir a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zyir 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.
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.