Zahmir Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zahmir is an Arabic name meaning 'to shine' or 'brightness'. It has evolved from the form 'Zahir' and is relatively modern in its usage, particularly gaining traction in the United States. The name is associated with positive traits and has no known biblical relevance.
The name Zahmir is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zahmir has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Zahmir' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5480th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3176th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Zahmir' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zahmir"
Pronunciation
/zəˈmɪr/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Zahmir is derived from the Arabic word 'zahir', which means 'to shine' or 'to be bright'.
Meaning
to shine, brightness
Language Evolution
Zahir, Zahmir
Historical Usage
The name Zahmir has been used in various cultures but gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century as a modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Zamir, Zahmire
Modern Popularity & Image
Zahmir is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with brightness and positivity.
📊 Zahmir Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 73 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zahmir"
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 "Zahmir"
"Zahmir" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5480th of 24088 | 228 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3176th of 23106 | 439 |
Regional Popularity of "Zahmir" 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) |
- |
30.23% 1561st/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
54.98% 2467th/4487 |
40.99% 2796th/6822 |
68.96% 4328th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zahmir" 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 "Zahmir"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zahmir" 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.