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At a Glance: Name: Zephyr – Meaning: the west wind – Origin: Greek – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: ZEF-er
Zephyr is a Greek name that means "the west wind," pronounced ZEF-er (IPA /ˈzɛfər/). It's used as a name for children of any gender. If a name with a literal, weather-rooted meaning appeals to you, this is a straightforward one to know the story behind.
Meaning & Origin of Zephyr
Meaning: The west wind.
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Zephyr
Phonetic: ZEF-er IPA: /ˈzɛfər/
Popularity of Zephyr
Zephyr ranked #1133 in the SSA's 2024 data with 187 babies given the name, close to its all-time peak of #1099 in 2021, when 191 babies received it.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1905–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Zephyr mean?
The west wind. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Zephyr)
How do you pronounce Zephyr?
Zephyr is pronounced ZEF-er (IPA: /ˈzɛfər/).
Is Zephyr a popular name right now?
Zephyr is near its all-time peak (#1099 in 2021), ranked #1133 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1905–2024.)
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