Zuri

/ ZOO-ree /

Girl Swahili 2 syllables

Meaning

Zuri means Beautiful (Swahili).

Gender

Girl

Origin

Swahili

Pronunciation

ZOO-ree

Popularity

#329 · U.S. girls (2025)

Popularity of Zuri in the US, 1880–2025

Zuri first appears in US records in 1971. It peaked in 2022, when 1,523 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 932.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

What does Zuri mean?

Zuri means “beautiful” in Swahili.

What does the name Zuri mean?

Zuri means Beautiful. Zuri means “beautiful” in Swahili.

What is the origin of the name Zuri?

Zuri is of Swahili origin.

How do you pronounce Zuri?

Zuri is pronounced “ZOO-ree.”

Is Zuri a boy or a girl name?

Zuri is most commonly used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Zuri?

In 2025, Zuri ranked #329 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Zuri most popular?

Zuri was most popular in 2022, when about 1,523 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.