Holding steady, #4,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Bahar since 1977
Babies named Bahar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 14 |
| 1980s | 63 |
| 1990s | 89 |
| 2000s | 106 |
| 2010s | 178 |
| 2020s | 155 |
Meaning & origin
Bahar is a Persian feminine name meaning 'spring', first recorded in U.S. data in 1977. It reached its peak rank of 4,546 in 2024 and has remained stable through the 2020s. The name is most common in Virginia and California, reflecting communities with Persian heritage. With only about 51 bearers in the most recent year, it remains a rare but recognizable choice.
Bahar is derived from Persian بهار (bahār), meaning 'spring'. It is also used in Turkish, Kurdish, Urdu, and other languages influenced by Persian. The name has been common in Iran and surrounding regions for centuries, often given to girls born in the spring season. Its use in the United States dates to the late 1970s, but it remains rare.
Where Bahar is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bari, Hari, Bah
Variants: Bahareh, Bahār
Sibling names for Bahar
Names that share Bahar's style, for a brother or sister.
