Jahir Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jahir is an Arabic name meaning 'to make clear or reveal'. It has evolved through forms such as Jahira and Jahar. The name is associated with traits of clarity and insight, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and remains positively viewed today.
The name Jahir is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jahir has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jahir' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1526th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1609th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jahir' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jahir"
Pronunciation
/dʒɑːˈhɪr/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jahir is derived from the Arabic root word 'Jahra', which means 'to make clear' or 'to reveal'.
Meaning
to make clear, to reveal
Language Evolution
Jahira, Jahir, Jahar
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in various Muslim communities as a reflection of its positive meaning, especially in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Jahira, Jah, Jahiri
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jahir is perceived positively in many cultures, often associated with clarity and understanding.
Famous People
Jahir B. Rodriguez, an influential author, Jahir Ali, a notable activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jahir"
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 "Jahir"
"Jahir" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8705th of 16616 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1526th of 24088 | 1,465 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1609th of 23106 | 1,236 |
Regional Popularity of "Jahir" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.43% 1715th/4582 |
31.74% 1639th/5164 |
19.08% 1395th/7313 |
14.65% 1093rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.72% 2220th/3984 |
32.52% 1459th/4487 |
20.26% 1382nd/6822 |
25.03% 1571st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jahir" 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 "Jahir"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jahir" 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.