Zair
Zair is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Shining, bright, or flourishing.
Origin and history
Zair is a name of Arabic origin that is closely linked to roots meaning 'shining', 'luminous', or 'flourishing'. It also appears as a modern phonetic variation of names like Zaire or Zahir. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare and contemporary masculine choice.
Popularity in the United States
652 babies in the United States have been named Zair since 1880. It ranks #4024 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1706.
States where it is most popular
- CA (52.7 %)
- PA (11.8 %)
- TX (10.8 %)
- NC (8.6 %)
- FL (5.4 %)
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 | 12 |
| 2000-2010 | 155 |
| 2010-2019 | 264 |
| 2020-2029 | 221 |
Fun facts
- A significant portion of total U.S. births for the name Zair have been recorded in recent years, reflecting its growing modern appeal.
- It shares etymological connections with the Arabic name Zahir, which denotes brilliance or radiance.