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Yamir

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Pronounced IHAM-eer /ˈΙͺΓ¦m.ir/Medium

Meaning: moonMedium

In 30 seconds: Yamir is a Sanskrit name meaning 'moon'.
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Origin MediumSanskrit
Meaningmoon
U.S. rank (2025)#2762 β†˜ Falling
2025 U.S. births47 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 849

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202319912025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

From Sanskrit, Yamir carries the meaning of the moon. It belongs to the rich tradition of Indian names that draw on the natural and celestial world. The spelling Yaamir lengthens the opening vowel while keeping the same sense.

The soft 'Ya-mir' sound is gentle and easy to say, which has helped it find use beyond South Asia.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Yamir is 'moon', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 62%
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Variations

Yaamir

Nicknames

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If you like Yamir…

Amirβ€” Close to Yamir in sound, differing mainly in the opening.
Kashmirβ€” a fellow Sanskrit choice
Samirβ€” echoes that soft -ir sound
Yuvanβ€” lands in the same popularity range
Atharvβ€” lands in the same popularity range

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Yamir mean?

Yamir is usually explained as meaning 'moon' and is most often linked with Indian tradition.

How do you pronounce Yamir?

It's commonly said IHAM-eer /ˈΙͺΓ¦m.ir/.

Is Yamir a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Yamir is used as a boy name.

How popular is Yamir?

In 2024, Yamir ranked #2544 in the U.S. for boys, with 53 births recorded.

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