Zuri Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationZOO-ree / zuːriSwahili
Meaning
beautiful
Historical & Cultural Background
Zuri is a name of Swahili origin, commonly used in East Africa. It is often given to both boys and girls, though it is more frequently associated with girls. The name reflects the cultural emphasis on beauty and positive attributes in naming practices. In recent years, it has gained popularity in various cultures outside of its original context.
Trend Summary
Zuri has seen a rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zuri was first seen in the United States in 1973. Zuri has ranked as high as #1256 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Zuri has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zuri (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 22 |