Rising since 2003, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Zhamir since 1999
Babies named Zhamir per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 68 |
| 2020s | 83 |
Meaning & origin
Zhamir is a modern, inventive name first appearing in U.S. birth records in 1999. As of 2025, it ranks 7,679th, meaning roughly 1 in 170,808 baby boys receive the name. Its popularity has been rising steadily since 2003, peaking in 2023. The name's construction suggests a blending of the 'Zh-' sound found in other contemporary names with the Arabic root Amir. Though still uncommon, Zhamir appeals to parents seeking a distinctive, strong-sounding name with a modern edge. Its absence from top states lists underscores its rarity nationwide.
Zhamir is a modern coinage first recorded in the United States in 1999. It may have been formed by combining the fashionable initial sound 'Zh-' (as in Zhaire or Zhane) with the name Amir, which means 'prince' in Arabic. The spelling with 'Zh' gives it a distinctive, contemporary feel. The name has grown steadily in use since the early 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Z, Zham
Sibling names for Zhamir
Names that share Zhamir's style, for a brother or sister.
