Declining since 2018, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Zurich since 1997
Babies named Zurich per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 74 |
| 2020s | 53 |
Meaning & origin
Zurich is a modern place name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1997. It reached its peak popularity in 2019, and has since been falling in use, ranking 8,243rd in 2025 with an estimated 1 in 189,786 newborns. The name has not been recorded in any top states, reflecting its rarity. As a place name, it fits a trend of city-inspired names, though it remains an uncommon and distinctive choice.
Zurich is a place name taken from the largest city in Switzerland. As a given name, it emerged in the late 20th century, likely inspired by the city's reputation as a global financial hub and its scenic location on Lake Zurich. It is a rare and modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1997.
Sibling names for Zurich
Names that share Zurich's style, for a brother or sister.
