Vir
Boy nameVir has been given to 451 babies in the U.S. since 2002. It peaked in 2022. In 2025, about 1 in 63,262 boys was named Vir.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
451
Peak year
2022 (33 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2002
10-year trend
▲ +23%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Vir — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Vir.
Sibling name ideas for Vir
Same era and popularity as Vir, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Vir?
Vir has been given to 451 babies in the U.S. since 2002. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Vir peak?
Vir peaked in 2022, when 33 babies were given the name.
Is Vir a girl or boy name?
Vir is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Vir are boys).
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