Zair Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAY-er / /zeɪər/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'to shine'; Hebrew: 'God has helped'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zair is associated with brightness and radiance, often used in poetic contexts. In Hebrew, it reflects a spiritual connection, emphasizing divine assistance and support.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zaire
- Zayre
International Variants
- Zahir (Arabic)
- Zair (French)
Famous people named Zair
Zair J. M. — author.
Zair A. — athlete.
Fictional characters named Zair
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zair was first seen in the United States in 1999. Zair has ranked as high as #1312 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, Texas, North Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Zair has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zair (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| NC | 8 | |
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 48 |