Rising since 2003, #2,183 for boys today.
Popularity of Nymir since 2002
Babies named Nymir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 91 |
| 2020s | 283 |
Meaning & origin
Nymir is a modern American name that first entered the U.S. naming landscape in 2002. As of 2025, it ranks 2183rd nationally, with a 1-in-26,278 occurrence rate among newborn boys. The name has been climbing in popularity since 2003, reaching its peak in 2025. Its highest concentrations are found in Mississippi, Georgia, and Illinois. Nymir exemplifies the contemporary trend of inventing names from appealing sounds and fashionable suffixes, with no established historical or linguistic root. Its rise reflects a broader cultural shift toward unique, personalized naming choices.
Nymir first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2002. It may be a creative respelling or blend of names like Nye (from Irish Néill) combined with the popular suffix -mir (seen in names like Amir or Elmir). No traditional etymology has been established.
Where Nymir is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nym
Sibling names for Nymir
Names that share Nymir's style, for a brother or sister.
