Nael Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAY-el / /neɪˈɛl/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'gift'; Hebrew: 'to be born'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nael is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various Arabic-speaking countries. In Hebrew, it is associated with the concept of birth and new beginnings. The name has gained some popularity in Western contexts, particularly among those seeking unique or multicultural names for boys.
Trend Summary
Nael has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nail
- Naelito
International Variants
- Noé (French)
- Nael (Spanish)
Famous people named Nael
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nael was first seen in the United States in 1975. Nael has ranked as high as #1146 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Nael has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nael (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 41 | |
| CA | 25 | |
| FL | 21 | |
| NY | 16 | |
| MD | 10 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| KY | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 44 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 41 |
| 2020 | 81 |
| 2021 | 102 |
| 2022 | 101 |
| 2023 | 187 |
| 2024 | 214 |