Zamir Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zamir is a Hebrew name meaning 'song' or 'to sing'. It originated from the Hebrew language and has historical forms in Yiddish. The name embodies traits of creativity and joy, with no direct biblical relevance. It has been popular in Jewish communities for centuries and is perceived positively in modern times, often associated with music and artistic expression.
The name Zamir is most popular in Georgia, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zamir has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Zamir' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4782nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1783rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 973rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Zamir' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zamir"
Pronunciation
/zəˈmɪr/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Zamir is derived from the Hebrew word 'זמיר' which means 'song' or 'to sing'. It is often used in Jewish culture and can also relate to the concept of joy and celebration.
Meaning
song, to sing
Language Evolution
Zamir (Hebrew), Zamir (Yiddish)
Historical Usage
Zamir has been used as a name in Jewish communities for centuries and has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Israel and among those influenced by Hebrew language and culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Zamire, Zamira
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zamir is viewed positively, associated with creativity and musicality, and is often embraced by parents seeking unique names with cultural significance.
Famous People
Zamir Cohen, an Israeli author and public speaker, Zamir Oren, a notable figure in the field of music
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zamir"
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 "Zamir"
"Zamir" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4782nd of 16616 | 155 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1783rd of 24088 | 1,165 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 973rd of 23106 | 2,646 |
Regional Popularity of "Zamir" 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) |
- |
39.89% 1785th/4475 |
- |
58.75% 3711th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
55.52% 2544th/4582 |
16.69% 862nd/5164 |
25.28% 1849th/7313 |
31.13% 2323rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.55% 978th/3984 |
20.95% 940th/4487 |
11.79% 804th/6822 |
22.96% 1441st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zamir" 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 "Zamir"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zamir" 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.