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Zaviyar

Boy name · 34 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Zaviyar: 34 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 10 births in 2025.

Zaviyar is a name of Persian origin, derived from the word "zaviyar," meaning "helper" or "supporter." It is a relatively modern name, gaining popularity in South Asian and Muslim communities, and is sometimes associated with the Urdu word for "angel" or "guardian." While there are no widely known historical figures with this name, it has been borne by a few contemporary public figures, such as Zaviyar Nauman, a Pakistani cricketer. The name does not have direct place connections, but its root shares a linguistic heritage with the Persian word "zaviya," meaning "corner" or "angle." A notable variant is Zaviyar, which is sometimes spelled Zaviyer or Zaviar, and it has seen a modest but steady rise in use among Scottish families in recent years, reflecting Scotland's growing multicultural diversity.