Naim Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAY-im / /naɪm/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'blissful'; Hebrew: 'pleasant'
Historical & Cultural Background
Naim is a name of Arabic origin commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is also found in Hebrew-speaking communities. The name reflects positive attributes and is often associated with happiness and contentment. In various cultures, it has been embraced for its pleasant connotations.
Trend Summary
Naim has seen a steady presence in various cultural contexts but remains relatively uncommon in the U.S.
Similar Names
Variants
- Naimi
International Variants
- Naïm (French)
- Naim (Turkish)
Famous people named Naim
Naim Süleymanoğlu was a Turkish weightlifter known for his remarkable achievements in the sport.
Naim Khan is a notable Indian politician recognized for his contributions to local governance.
Naim Al-Mahfouz is a prominent Egyptian author who won the Nobel Prize in Literature.
Naim Darrechi is a Spanish influencer and social media personality known for his online presence.
Fictional characters named Naim
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Naim was first seen in the United States in 1973. Naim has ranked as high as #1241 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Naim has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Naim (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 17 | |
| CA | 13 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 52 |
| 1977 | 36 |
| 1978 | 49 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 35 |
| 1983 | 29 |
| 1984 | 31 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 43 |
| 1993 | 42 |
| 1994 | 41 |
| 1995 | 49 |
| 1996 | 65 |
| 1997 | 63 |
| 1998 | 58 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 52 |
| 2001 | 73 |
| 2002 | 67 |
| 2003 | 54 |
| 2004 | 61 |
| 2005 | 60 |
| 2006 | 59 |
| 2007 | 66 |
| 2008 | 69 |
| 2009 | 72 |
| 2010 | 55 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2013 | 63 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 42 |
| 2016 | 45 |
| 2017 | 53 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 80 |
| 2020 | 71 |
| 2021 | 94 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2023 | 135 |
| 2024 | 109 |