Zurii

“Beautiful”

Swahili-speaking countries origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5746US 2023

22Births / yr

↑Rising

90All-time births

📅 Since 201200

What does Zurii mean and where does it come from?

Zurii is a modern name derived from the Swahili word for 'beautiful'. It has gained popularity in recent times, particularly among parents looking for unique names with positive connotations. In Swahili culture, beauty is often celebrated, and the name carries a light and joyful tone, potentially ma

Cultural significance

Zurii has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Swahili-speaking countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful.

Peak popularity

Reached #6548 in 2020 — currently #5746 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zurii?

Zurii works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Zurii Grace

How popular is Zurii right now?

Rising fast — up 956 spots — currently #5746 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#5746 · Top 4.2%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5746	22	▲ up 956 · +22% births
2022	#6702	18	▼ down 2197 · -42% births
2021	#4505	31	▲ up 2043 · +72% births
2020	#6548	18	▲ up 7741 · +157% births
2015	#14289	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zurii

Best Year2021Rank #4505

Peak Count31

Average Rank#7558

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Zurii

Zurii is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 90 total births recorded, Zurii remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14289 in 2015 to #5746 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zurii in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Zurii has only 90 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zurii?

Common

ZurZurieZury

What names sound and feel like Zurii?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Zurii also consider these

Zhurii

Russia · Russian

Zuri

Tanzania · beautiful, good

International · A International name

Azurii

American · Derived from Azure,

Common questions about the name Zurii

What does the name Zurii mean?

Zurii means "Beautiful" — a name rooted in Swahili-speaking countries tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Zurii?

Zurii is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zurii have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Zurii?

Zurii originates from Swahili-speaking countries tradition. Swahili-speaking countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Zurii trending right now?

Zurii is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Zurii a common or rare name?

Zurii is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.