Zyrese
A unique feminine name of uncertain origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Zyrese. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Zyrese today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zyrese births was 2007 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Zyrese. 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 Zyrese. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2007
5 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2007 SSA rank
#14,394
Tracked since 2007
Popularity
Zyrese: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Zyrese 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 Zyrese during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Zyrese
The name Zyrese is a relatively modern invention, with its origins tracing back to the late 20th century. It is believed to be a creative blend of the popular names Zoe and Therese, both of which have Greek and French roots respectively. The name Zoe derives from the Greek word "zoe," meaning "life," while Therese is the French form of the Greek name Theresia, meaning "harvester."
While the name Zyrese does not have a documented historical lineage, its components carry rich cultural and linguistic heritage. The name Zoe has been in use since ancient times, appearing in various works of Greek literature and philosophy. Similarly, Therese has been a popular name among French and Christian communities for centuries, with numerous saints and historical figures bearing the name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Zyrese can be found in the United States during the late 1980s and early 1990s. While its exact origins remain unclear, it is speculated that the name emerged as a unique and modern alternative to more traditional names, reflecting the growing trend of creative name blending during that era.
Throughout history, there are a few notable individuals who have shared variations of the name Zyrese. One such example is Zyrene, a minor character from Greek mythology known for her association with the city of Cyrene, located in modern-day Libya. Another individual worth mentioning is Zyrene Olivia Gaitskell, a South African-born actress and model who appeared in several films and television shows in the 1950s and 1960s.
Moving forward, the name Zyrese gained some recognition in the early 2000s with the rise of Zyrese Oliver, an American professional basketball player who played for several teams in the NBA Development League and overseas leagues. Additionally, Zyrese Sanders, an American track and field athlete, competed in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
While the name Zyrese may not have a deep-rooted historical legacy, its unique blend of cultural influences and modern appeal has contributed to its growing popularity in recent decades. As with many contemporary names, Zyrese reflects the increasing diversity and creativity in naming practices across various societies.
People
Zyrese + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Zyrese 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
Zyrese: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Zyrese?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zyrese 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 Zyrese a common name?
We classify Zyrese 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 Zyrese most popular?
The single biggest year for Zyrese was 2007, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zyrese is about 19 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 Zyrese in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Zyrese a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zyrese 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 Zyrese still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Zyrese 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 Zyrese 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 Zyrese as a first name?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.