Naim
Naim is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Comfort, ease, tranquility, or happiness.
Origin and history
Naim is a male given name of Arabic origin meaning comfortable, tranquil, or happy. It is a traditional name across the Muslim world and Middle Eastern cultures. In the United States, it has seen steady, moderate use as a distinct and melodic choice.
Popularity in the United States
2,697 babies in the United States have been named Naim since 1880. It ranks #2493 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1357.
States where it is most popular
- NY (23.7 %)
- NJ (18.7 %)
- PA (17.7 %)
- CA (14.3 %)
- TX (8.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 198 |
| 1980-1990 | 273 |
| 1990-2000 | 467 |
| 2000-2010 | 634 |
| 2010-2019 | 538 |
| 2020-2029 | 587 |
Famous people named Naim
- Naim Frashëri: Poet, Writer
- Naim Süleymanoğlu: Weightlifter, Athlete
Fun facts
- The root word of Naim appears in the Quran in reference to the blissful gardens of Paradise.
- The name is widely used across North Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.