Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "N" .
4079 names found
Noah
Hebrew name meaning 'rest' or 'comfort', derived from the biblical figure who survived a great flood. It's been popular throughout history and across cultures due to its strong biblical roots and positive connotations of peace and harmony.
Nora
Timeless female name of Latin origin, meaning "honor" or "light," conveying dignity and elegance, popularized by Henrik Ibsen's character Nora Helmer in "A Doll's House.
Nova
Nova, of Latin origin, means "new" and refers to something fresh or novel.
Nolan
Irish origin name derived from the surname O'Luanain, meaning 'descendant of Luanan'.
Nathan
Popular Hebrew name meaning "gift from God" or "He gave," derived from the Hebrew word "natan." It first appeared in the Bible as one of King David's prophets. Today, Nathan remains a top 500 baby name choice in the U.S., often associated with intelligence and wisdom due to its biblical provenance.
Naomi
Hebrew feminine given name derived from the word 'נָעֳמִי', meaning 'pleasantness'.
Natalie
Feminine name of Latin origin, meaning "birthday", celebrating important birthdays since ancient times. It was used as a female equivalent to Natalus in medieval Europe, gained popularity in the 19th century, and remains popular worldwide today.
Nicholas
Popular given name of Latin origin, derived from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means "victory of the people.
Natalia
Feminine name of Latin origin meaning "birthday" or "nativity.
Nathaniel
Hebrew name meaning 'gift from God', composed of 'natan' ('to give') and 'yâlekh' ('of God'), popularized through its biblical usage.
Nevaeh
Modern Hebrew name meaning 'heaven', introduced by singer Jessica Simpson in 2019.
Nicolas
Nicholas is a Greek-origin boys' name that means "victory of the people." It has been widely used throughout history and is associated with St. Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop known for his generosity. Today, it remains popular globally, with variations like Nicolas, Nicola, Nicolás, Nikolay, or Nikolai in different languages.
Norah
Irish name derived from Noreen, meaning "honor" or "light," popularized in the mid-20th century with notable bearers like Norah Jones and Norah Ephron.
Nico
Shortened form of Nicolas or Nicole, with Greek roots meaning 'victory of the people'. It gained popularity as an independent given name during the 20th century and is used today as a unisex name.
Noelle
Charming French name meaning 'Christmas,' though not directly linked to religious connotations.
Nash
Rare Welsh unisex given name derived from the word "Nasha," meaning "to converse.
Nyla
Arabic unisex name meaning "the night," inspired by the Quran phrase "ila Nyla.
Noa
Modern, unisex Hebrew name meaning "movement," popular worldwide but especially in Scandinavia. Its biblical roots add historic significance without gender limitation.
Niko
Greek name meaning "victory", derived from the Greek word "nikos". It has been used in various cultures, notably Greece and Russia, often signifying achievement or honoring Saint Nicholas' kindness. Today, Niko is globally popular for both boys and girls, carrying its historic meaning of triumph.
Nicole
Feminine given name of Latin origin that means 'victory of the people'.
Nayeli
Unique Mexican female name derived from Nahuatl, meaning 'towards the house' or 'heading home'.
Nina
The feminine given name Nina originates from Latin 'Anna', signifying 'grace' or 'favor'.
Navy
American girl's name derived from 'navy,' referring to naval forces or blue, gaining popularity post-2000, often associated with nautical themes and strength.
Nylah
Unique name of unknown origin, gaining popularity recently in English-speaking countries. While its meaning is not definitive, some suggest it means "leader" or "chief" from Welsh. Ultimately, Nylah's meaning is open to individual interpretation.
Nasir
Arabic name meaning 'helper' or 'assistant', popular among Muslims due to its historical significance and appealing phonetics.
Nehemiah
Hebrew name meaning "Yahweh comforts," derived from "nehama" (comfort) and "yah" (the Lord).
Noel
French name meaning 'Christmas', popularized during the Victorian era.
Nadia
Arabic name meaning "hope" or "purity".
Noemi
Hebrew feminine given name that means "my delight is in her.
Nalani
Hawaiian girl's name derived from "Nä" meaning "to watch over" and "Lani" meaning "heaven", translating to "Heavenly One Who Observes".
Nellie
Charming English feminine name, derived from medieval nickname Nel for Helen or Eleanor, meaning 'torch' or 'radiance'.
Nikolai
Greek-derived boys' name meaning "victory of the people," popularized in Russia by Saint Nicholas and globally through figures like Tesla.
Noah
Hebrew name meaning "rest, comfort," derived from the biblical figure Noah who survived the flood by building an ark. It has gained significant popularity worldwide in recent years due to its positive connotations and simple, classic style.
Nia
Igbo name of African origin, translating to 'gift from God'.
Nikolas
Nicholas is a Greek name meaning 'victory of the people'.
Novah
Unique, modern name believed to be a variant of Noah or Nova, associated with stars due to its Latin roots.
Nola
Unique Latin-derived name meaning "you do not wish" or "you do not want," historically associated with negativity but often chosen today for its distinctiveness and ancient elegance.
Nathanael
Nathaniel is a Hebrew male name meaning 'gift of God'.
Novalee
American original, coined by John Dos Passos in his novel 'Manhattan Transfer', and popularized by actress Zooey Deschanel.
Noor
Arabic unisex name meaning "light".