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Zephyr

/ ZEF-er /

unisex

Meaning

West wind; gentle breeze

Origin

Greek

Zephyr is derived from Zephyrus, the Greek god of the west wind. In mythology, the west wind was seen as the gentlest and most favorable of the breezes, signaling the arrival of spring. The name has an airy, ethereal quality that has made it a favorite among parents seeking a rare, mythological nature name.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Zephyr.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ENFP
17.1%
INFP
15.6%
ENTP
12.1%
ISFP
10.45%
INFJ
9.1%
ENFJ
8.75%
INTP
7.6%
ESFP
6.8%
ISTP
5.4%
INTJ
3.2%
ISFJ
2.1%
ESTP
1.1%
ESFJ
0.3%
ENTJ
0.2%
ISTJ
0.1%
ESTJ
0%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Zephyr is seen as 'free-spirited' and 'creative'. It has a rhythmic, breezy sound that feels effortlessly modern. It is favored by bohemian and intellectual parents who want a name that is distinct and rich with natural and mythological imagery.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

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Zephyr Teachout

American law professor and political activist (b. 1971)

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Zephyr Wright

Famous cook for President Lyndon B. Johnson and civil rights advocate (1915–1988)

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Zephyr

The Greek personification of the West Wind

Sibling Names

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