Zephyr
Zephyr is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
West wind.
Origin and history
Zephyr is derived from Zephyros, the Ancient Greek god and personification of the west wind. Historically rare in the United States, it has seen a noticeable increase in usage among modern parents in recent years. It offers a distinct, nature-inspired choice with classical mythological roots.
Popularity in the United States
2,528 babies in the United States have been named Zephyr since 1880. It ranks #2577 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1042.
States where it is most popular
- CA (42.3 %)
- TX (14.6 %)
- WA (6.7 %)
- NY (5.7 %)
- FL (3.6 %)
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 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 10 |
| 1990-2000 | 46 |
| 2000-2010 | 317 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,070 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,079 |
Famous people named Zephyr
- Zephyr Teachout: Law Professor, Author
Fun facts
- In Greek mythology, Zephyrus was considered the gentlest of the winds, associated with spring and blooming flowers.
- Over forty percent of all U.S. male births recorded with the name Zephyr since 1880 occurred after 2020.