Jahir
Jahir is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Shining, luminous, clear, or expressed aloud.
Origin and history
Jahir is a given name of Arabic origin meaning 'shining', 'luminous', or 'clear'. It has seen modest but steady usage in the United States in recent decades as a modern variation of names like Zahir or Zaheer. It remains a distinctive choice that blends traditional roots with a contemporary feel.
Popularity in the United States
2,842 babies in the United States have been named Jahir since 1880. It ranks #2430 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1312.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27 %)
- TX (23.9 %)
- FL (9.4 %)
- NY (8.9 %)
- GA (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 99 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,108 |
| 2010-2019 | 992 |
| 2020-2029 | 643 |
Fun facts
- The name derives from an Arabic root associated with clarity, visibility, and being clear or loud in speech.
- Jahir is often considered a variant transliteration of the Arabic names Zahir or Zaheer.