"beautiful, good"
Origin: Swahili
Language: Swahili
Zury
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A beautiful Swahili name meaning gorgeous and good
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"my rock, rock of God"
Origin: Hebrew
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The Story of Zury
Zury is a variant spelling of Zuri, from the Swahili word meaning 'beautiful' or 'good.' It also echoes the Hebrew name Tzuri (צוּרִי), meaning 'my rock' or 'rock of God,' from the word tzur (rock). The variant spelling Zury gives the name a more distinctive look while preserving the same beautiful, resonant sound.
Zuri gained visibility in the US through Disney Channel's Jessie (2011-2015) and Bunk'd, where Zuri Ross was played by Skai Jackson. The name has been rising among parents drawn to short, powerful names with African roots.
In East African Swahili-speaking cultures, Zuri is a word of pure praise — calling a child Zuri is calling them beautiful and good. In Hebrew tradition, the Tzur root connects to divine strength and permanence.
Historical Record
Zury first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 776 babies have been named Zury in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zury is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,631 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Zuri Ross from Disney Channel's Jessie and Bunk'd, played by Skai Jackson, helped popularize the name in the US
- Zuri is a common word in Swahili meaning beautiful or good, heard in greetings and everyday speech
- The Hebrew Tzuri (my rock) is a biblical name used in the Old Testament
Zury in Other Languages
Hebrew
צוּרִי (Tzuri)
English
Zury
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Zury
Swahili
Zuri
Popularity Over Time
#4,631
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Zury
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Skai Jackson
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2002
American actress who played Zuri Ross on Disney Channel and later appeared on Dancing with the Stars
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Zuri Ross Fictional
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Character from Disney Channel's Jessie and Bunk'd, played by Skai Jackson — a memorable representation of the name for y...
Character from Disney Channel's Jessie and Bunk'd, played by Skai Jackson — a memorable representation of the name for younger generations
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,631
- Total SSA Count
- 30
- Cultural Origins
- African Swahili American Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Zu
Zuri
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zury
What does the name Zury mean?
"beautiful, good" (from Swahili). "my rock, rock of God" (from Hebrew). Zury is a variant spelling of Zuri, from the Swahili word meaning 'beautiful' or 'good.' It also echoes the Hebrew name Tzuri (צוּרִי), meaning 'my rock' or 'rock of God,' from the word tzur (rock). The variant spelling Zury gives the name a more distinctive look while preserving the same beautiful, resonant sound.
What is the origin of the name Zury?
Zury has Swahili, Hebrew, African, and American origins. In Swahili, it means "beautiful, good". In Hebrew, it means "my rock, rock of God".
Is Zury a boy or girl name?
Zury is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Zury?
Zury is currently ranked #4631 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zury?
Common nicknames for Zury include Zuri.
What are good middle names for Zury?
Popular middle name pairings include Zury Rose, Zury Jade, Zury Elise, Zury Grace, Zury Amara, Zury Faith, and Zury Noelle.
What are good sibling names for Zury?
Names that pair well with Zury as siblings include Zuri, Amara, Imani, Zola, Khari, Jabari, and Nala.
How many syllables does Zury have?
Zury has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Zury a common or rare name?
Zury is an uncommon name, ranked #4631 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Zury
Zury is a girl name with African, Swahili, American, and Hebrew origins . The name means "beautiful, good" in Swahili .
Zury is currently ranked #4,631 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Zury has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Zury include Zu and Zuri. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zury include Zuri, Zuriah, Zuriyah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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