Vir Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVEER / /vɪr/Sanskrit; Latin
Meaning
brave; man
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, 'Vir' signifies bravery and valor, often associated with heroic figures in ancient texts. In Latin, it translates to 'man' or 'male', reflecting a broader cultural significance of masculinity in Roman society.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Veer
- Vyr
International Variants
- Viri (Latin)
Famous people named Vir
Vir Das — actor and comedian.
Fictional characters named Vir
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vir was first seen in the United States in 2002. Vir has ranked as high as #1360 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Vir has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vir (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 20 |