Nawab Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAH-wahb / /nɑːˈwɑːb/Arabic; Persian; Urdu
Meaning
noble; prince; ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, 'Nawab' refers to a noble or prince, historically used in the context of Indian subcontinent rulers. In Persian, it denotes a title of nobility, often associated with governance. In Urdu, it retains similar meanings, reflecting the cultural significance of the title in South Asian history.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nawabzadeh
- Nawabzada
International Variants
- Nawab (Urdu)
- Nawab (Persian)
Famous people named Nawab
Nawab Wajid Ali Shah — last Nawab of Awadh.
Nawab Sir Muhammad Ali Muhammad Khan — Indian politician.
Fictional characters named Nawab
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nawab was first seen in the United States in 2022. Nawab has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Nawab has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nawab (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 12 |