Zephir
Greek · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Zephir
Zephir derives from the Greek "Zephyros," meaning the west wind or gentle breeze, rooted in ancient Greek mythology where Zephyrus was one of the Anemoi (wind gods).
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Etymology
Zephir derives from the Greek "Zephyros," meaning the west wind or gentle breeze, rooted in ancient Greek mythology where Zephyrus was one of the Anemoi (wind gods). The name has been used primarily in Western cultures influenced by Greco-Roman tradition, with occasional adoption in French and English literature, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to its variant "Zephyr."
Zephir currently ranks #2,768 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1912.
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