Rising since 2014, #5,399 for boys today.
Popularity of Zayir since 2011
Babies named Zayir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 34 |
| 2020s | 85 |
Meaning & origin
Zayir first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2011, a relatively recent addition to the American naming landscape. By 2025, its rank had risen to 5399, with roughly 1 in 100,475 boys receiving the name, reflecting a gradual increase in use since 2014. Its peak popularity so far was in 2023. The name fits a broader trend of short, consonant-heavy names starting with 'Z', like Zayn and Zayd. Although its origins are uncertain, Zayir's sleek sound and modern feel contribute to its appeal among parents seeking distinctive contemporary names. The name has not been strongly associated with any specific states or cultural groups in the data.
Zayir first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2011, likely a modern coinage influenced by Arabic names like Zayd (meaning 'growth' or 'abundance') and Zayan (meaning 'beautiful', 'graceful'). The name has risen in popularity since 2014, reflecting a trend of short, phonetically appealing names beginning with 'Z'. Its exact etymology is uncertain and may be a creative spelling or combination of sounds.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zay, Z
Variants: Zayer, Zayr
Sibling names for Zayir
Names that share Zayir's style, for a brother or sister.
