Kabir
Kabir first appears in US records in 1976. It peaked in 2021, when 284 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 227.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Kabir popular?
Rising Kabir has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 1,464 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,373 | |
| 2000s | 471 | |
| 1990s | 178 | |
| 1980s | 86 | |
| 1970s | 29 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Kabir mean?
Kabir means “great,” shared with the revered 15th-century poet-saint Kabir.
Names like Kabir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kabir mean?
Kabir means Great. Kabir means “great,” shared with the revered 15th-century poet-saint Kabir.
What is the origin of the name Kabir?
Kabir is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Kabir?
Kabir is pronounced “kah-BEER.”
Is Kabir a boy or a girl name?
Kabir is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Kabir a popular name right now?
Kabir has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Kabir?
In 2025, Kabir ranked #999 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Kabir most popular?
Kabir was most popular in 2021, when about 284 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Kabir?
Names similar to Kabir include Ishaan, Vivaan, Veer, Pranav, Aarush.
What names go well with Kabir?
Sanskrit names that pair well with Kabir include Tara, Arjun, Anika, Aarav, Vihaan.