Zuri is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1903 in 2011 with 14 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 88 births ranking #478. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 22,951 girls born was named Zuri. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Zuri is a vivid modern favourite meaning 'beautiful'. It feels bright, concise, and very confident.
The name rose quickly because it combines a positive direct meaning with a crisp, contemporary sound. Its simplicity has helped it travel well beyond East African language contexts.