Zuri Unisex

Popularity: #258 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Swahili; Hebrew

Meaning

Swahili: beautiful; Hebrew: dawn

Historical & Cultural Background

Zuri is a name of Swahili origin, commonly used in East Africa. It is often associated with beauty and is popular among various cultures. In Hebrew, Zuri can mean 'my rock' or 'my strength,' adding a different layer of significance. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly in the United States, as a unique and modern choice for girls.

Trend Summary

Zuri has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.

Similar Names

Zella, Zuriya

Variants

  • Zury

International Variants

  • Zuri (Swahili)
  • Zuri (Hebrew)

Famous people named Zuri

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Fictional characters named Zuri

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Zuri was first seen in the United States in 1971. Zuri has ranked as high as #413 nationally which occurred in 2022 and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, New York, Florida, and California. 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 (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 91
8%
GA 88
8%
NY 84
8%
FL 80
7%
CA 68
6%
NC 66
6%
VA 55
5%
PA 53
5%
MD 46
4%
SC 43
4%
IL 42
4%
OH 40
4%
NJ 35
3%
LA 35
3%
AL 30
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19715
197310
19746
19755
19767
197711
19786
19796
19806
19826
198643
198742
198852
198959
199042
199155
199255
199353
199449
199550
199648
199752
199857
199961
200043
200156
200281
200379
200462
200569
2006160
2007213
2008238
2009238
2010259
2011313
2012438
2013570
2014667
2015714
2016893
2017853
20181,132
20191,183
20201,268
20211,440
20221,520
20231,480
20241,140