Rising since 1997, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Zimri since 1994
Babies named Zimri per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 12 |
| 2000s | 6 | 49 |
| 2010s | 12 | 61 |
| 2020s | 29 | 81 |
Meaning & origin
Zimri is a rare modern name that first appeared on the U.S. naming charts in 1994. With a rank of 7194 in 2025, it is given to roughly 1 in 155,280 newborns, indicating niche but steady usage. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 1997, reaching its peak popularity in 2022. Its top states are not recorded, suggesting it is distributed sparsely across the country. Likely a modern coinage, Zimri has no well-attested meaning or traditional linguistic roots, making it an enigmatic choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.
Zimri appears in the Bible as a minor figure, but the modern use as a given name is likely a coinage from the late 20th century, possibly derived from the biblical name or invented for its sound. It has been in use since at least 1994.
Sibling names for Zimri
Names that share Zimri's style, for a brother or sister.
