Rising since 1996, #2,718 for boys today.
Popularity of Yamir since 1991
Babies named Yamir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 231 |
| 2010s | 339 |
| 2020s | 255 |
Meaning & origin
Yamir first appeared on the U.S. social security records in 1991, and has been rising in popularity since 1996. It reached its highest rank of 2,718 in 2023, and as of 2025 it maintains a rank of 2,718, with about 1 in every 36,342 newborn boys receiving the name. The name is most commonly used in states like Arizona, New York, and Texas. Though its origins are debated, its steady climb suggests it has found a foothold among modern American parents seeking a short, distinctive name with a melodic sound.
Yamir is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of the Arabic name Amir (meaning 'prince' or 'commander'), formed by prefixing the common 'Y' sound found in many Semitic names. Alternatively, it might be a modern coinage, combining fashionable sounds without a traditional etymology. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1991 and has steadily gained usage, particularly in the 2020s.
Where Yamir is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Yamir” around the world
Where Yamir lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yami, Mir
Sibling names for Yamir
Names that share Yamir's style, for a brother or sister.
