Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Yadir since 2001
Babies named Yadir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 44 |
| 2010s | 101 |
| 2020s | 44 |
Meaning & origin
Yadir is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001. It reached its peak popularity in 2012, and as of 2025, it ranks 12,008 with only about 1 in 341,615 boys receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been relatively stable, neither surging nor declining sharply. Its origins are unclear, but it may be a variant of Arabic names like Yad or a creative modern formation. Despite its rarity, Yadir has a distinctive sound that appeals to parents seeking an uncommon name with a multicultural feel.
Yadir is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of the Arabic name Jad (meaning 'hand') or Yad, or it could be a modern coinage combining a fashionable sound with the -ir ending popular in contemporary names. Its usage in the United States dates to the early 2000s, suggesting a recent emergence as a given name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yadi, Yad
Variants: Yadhir
Sibling names for Yadir
Names that share Yadir's style, for a brother or sister.
