Rising since 1992, #3,314 for boys today.
Popularity of Uzair since 1990
Babies named Uzair per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 67 |
| 2000s | 188 |
| 2010s | 222 |
| 2020s | 183 |
Meaning & origin
Uzair is a name of Arabic origin, borne in Islamic tradition by a prophet. Its usage in the United States has been rising steadily since 1992, reflecting growing diversity and the influence of Muslim communities. The name peaked in popularity in 2021, and as of 2025 it ranks 3314th, with about 1 in 48,802 boys receiving the name. It is most common in Virginia and California, states with significant Muslim populations. Uzair offers a meaningful connection to biblical and Quranic heritage without being overly common.
Uzair is the Arabic rendering of the Hebrew name Ezra, which derives from the root 'azar' meaning 'to help' or 'helper'. In Islamic tradition, Uzair is mentioned in the Quran as a prophet who was raised from the dead after one hundred years. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries, especially in South Asia and the Middle East.
Where Uzair is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Uzair” around the world
Where Uzair lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Uzair
Names that share Uzair's style, for a brother or sister.
