Vir
boy name#3949 in 2025Vir entered the US charts in 2002, peaked at #3418 in 2020, ranks #3949 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2002–2025
#3949
rank today
#3418
peak (2020)
27
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #6466 |
| 2010s | #4937 |
| 2020s | #4119 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Vir has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Vir are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Vir is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Vir in 2025?
- Vir ranks #3949 among US boy names in 2025, with 27 babies given the name.
- When was the name Vir most popular?
- Vir peaked in 2020, reaching #3418 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Vir with classmates?
- Vir will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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