Uzair
Uzair is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “Helper, strength”, pronounced oo-ZAIR. It ranked #3375 in the United States in 2025, given to 35 babies, and peaked at #3289 in 2021. Common nicknames: Uzi, Zair.
How popular is Uzair in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Uzair mean, and where does it come from?
Uzair is the Arabic form of Ezra, from a Hebrew root meaning help, and he is named in the Quran in a much-discussed verse. The scribe Ezra, who brought the law back to Jerusalem after the exile, is the same figure. The name is used mainly in Pakistan, India and among South Asian Muslim families abroad. American records hold it from 1990 and it remains rare — one of the group of Quranic names that arrive with South Asian migration rather than Arab.
How is Uzair used around the world?
Uzair is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Uzair mean?
Uzair is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "Helper, strength." Uzair is the Arabic form of Ezra, from a Hebrew root meaning help, and he is named in the Quran in a much-discussed verse. The scribe Ezra, who brought the law back to Jerusalem after the exile, is the same figure.
How do you pronounce Uzair?
Uzair is pronounced oo-ZAIR. Common variations include Ezra, Uzayr, Ozair.
Is Uzair a boy name?
Yes, Uzair is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Uzi, Zair.