Kabir
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Great, powerful, leader
Origin: Arabic
Popularity: Ranked #999 in 2025 with 227 babies born.
History: Kabir surged in the 2020s as a Hindi/Arabic name meaning 'great.' The 15th-century poet Kabir is one of India's most beloved spiritual voices — his verses transcend Hindu and Muslim traditions. Kabir represents the Indian-American naming influence bringing philosophical depth.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Kabir? About 1 in 14,663 babies born in 2025 were named Kabir, or roughly 0.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kabir
What does the name Kabir mean?
Kabir means “Great, powerful, leader” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Kabir?
Kabir has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Great, powerful, leader”.
How popular is Kabir?
Kabir ranked #999 in 2025 — given to 227 babies that year.
When was Kabir most popular?
Kabir peaked in 2021 with 284 babies registered that year.
Is Kabir a boy or girl name?
Kabir is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kabirs in registered births are male.
Is the name Kabir rising or falling in popularity?
Kabir has fallen 134 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #865 in 2020 to #999 in 2025.
How long has Kabir been recorded?
Kabir appears in birth records across 50 years — from 1976 through 2025.