Iram Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Iram is an Arabic name meaning 'high place' or 'city of pillars.' It is linked to a legendary city mentioned in the Quran and has evolved through various historical forms. While not commonly used today, it has a rich cultural significance and is associated with ancient legends.
The name Iram is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Iram has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Iram' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5640th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5860th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3643rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3895th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14297th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18749th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Iram' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Iram"
Pronunciation
/ˈaɪrəm/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Iram is believed to derive from the Arabic word for a 'high place' or 'height.' In some interpretations, it is also associated with a legendary city mentioned in the Quran.
Meaning
high place, city of pillars
Language Evolution
Iram, Iram of the Pillars, Iram al-Maqdis
Historical Usage
The name Iram gained popularity through its mention in religious texts, particularly in Islamic tradition, as a lost city of the ancient people known as the 'Ad.
Variants & Derivatives
Iramah, Irama
Modern Popularity & Image
Iram is not widely used in contemporary contexts but carries a mystical and historical connotation, often evoking intrigue due to its association with ancient legends.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Iram"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Iram"
"Iram" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5640th of 10718 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5860th of 16616 | 110 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3643rd of 24088 | 413 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3895th of 23106 | 329 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14297th of 27321 | 45 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18749th of 35406 | 47 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Iram" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
42.66% 2216th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
27.55% 2015th/7313 |
33.03% 2465th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
33.32% 2273rd/6822 |
38.10% 2391st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Iram" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Iram"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Iram" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.