Symir
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "companion".
Name Census estimates that about 463 living Americans carry the first name Symir. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Symir today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Symir births was 2024 (56 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Symir. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
463
~ 1 in 740,290 Americans
Peak year
2024
56 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,465
Tracked since 2001
Popularity
Symir: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Symir from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 193 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Symir by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Symir during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Symirs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina recorded the most babies named Symir, while Virginia, New Jersey, Missouri recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 25 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Symir
The given name Symir has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, tracing back to the 7th century AD, during the rise of Islam. The name is derived from the Arabic word 'samir,' which means 'companion' or 'friend.' It is believed that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who were known for their loyalty, trustworthiness, and companionship.
In the early Islamic era, the name Symir gained popularity among Arab tribes and communities. It was often given to children in the hope that they would grow to embody the qualities of a true friend and companion. The name's association with companionship and loyalty made it a desirable choice for parents seeking to instill these values in their offspring.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Symir can be found in the writings of renowned Arab scholars and historians from the 8th and 9th centuries AD. These accounts often referred to individuals bearing this name who were known for their wisdom, integrity, and close relationships with influential figures of the time.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Symir. One of the earliest recorded figures was Symir ibn Hamdun (c. 790-867 AD), a renowned Arab poet and scholar from present-day Iraq. His poetic works and contributions to Arabic literature have been widely celebrated.
Another prominent figure was Symir al-Dimashqi (1256-1327 AD), a Syrian scholar and traveler who authored several books on geography, history, and culture. His writings provided valuable insights into the social and political landscape of the region during his time.
In the 16th century, Symir al-Halabi (1506-1572) was a renowned Ottoman scholar and jurist from Aleppo, Syria. He played a significant role in the development of Islamic jurisprudence and left a lasting impact on the legal system of the Ottoman Empire.
During the 19th century, Symir Pasha (1812-1878) was a prominent Ottoman statesman and diplomat. He served as the Grand Vizier (Prime Minister) of the Ottoman Empire from 1876 to 1878 and played a crucial role in the implementation of administrative reforms.
More recently, Symir Walia (1929-2009) was a celebrated Indian film director and producer known for his contributions to the Punjabi cinema industry. His films often explored social and cultural themes and earned him critical acclaim.
While these are just a few examples, the name Symir has been carried by individuals throughout history, each leaving their mark on various fields, from literature and scholarship to politics and the arts.
People
Symir + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Symir as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Symir: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Symir?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 463 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Symir going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 740,290 US residents.
Is Symir a common name?
We classify Symir as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 467 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Symir most popular?
The single biggest year for Symir was 2024, when 56 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Symir is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Symir in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Symir a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Symir in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Symir still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Symir in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Symir can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Symir?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.