Nawaf Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAH-waf / /nɑːˈwɑːf/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
generous; one who is noble
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Nawaf is often associated with nobility and generosity, reflecting values of hospitality and kindness. In Persian culture, it carries similar connotations of nobility and is sometimes linked to historical figures of significance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nawaf
- Nawafah
International Variants
- Nawaf (Arabic)
- Nawaf (Persian)
Famous people named Nawaf
Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah — Emir of Kuwait.
Nawaf Al-Obeidi — Saudi Arabian footballer.
Fictional characters named Nawaf
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nawaf was first seen in the United States in 1998. Nawaf has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Nawaf has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nawaf (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 12 |