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Zuri is a feminine name used in Swahili. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘beautiful’ in Swahili." It ranked #329 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘beautiful’ in Swahili. The entry lists its usage as Swahili.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Zuri ranked #329 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #329 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zuri mean?
Zuri means "beautiful", according to Behind the Name.
Is Zuri a popular name?
Zuri ranked #329 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Zuri a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Zuri appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Zuri — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
