Nayan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIE-un / /ˈnaɪ.ən/Sanskrit; Hindi; Bengali
Meaning
eye (Sanskrit); beautiful eyes (Hindi/Bengali)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, 'Nayan' refers to the eye, symbolizing vision and perception. In Hindi and Bengali cultures, the name is often associated with beauty and aesthetics, reflecting the importance of the eyes in expressing emotions and beauty. The name is commonly used in India and among Indian communities worldwide.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nayana
- Nayen
International Variants
- Nayan (Hindi/India)
- Naiyan (Bengali/India)
Famous people named Nayan
Nayan Mongia — Indian cricketer.
Fictional characters named Nayan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nayan was first seen in the United States in 1990. Nayan has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Nayan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nayan (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 16 |