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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Noble, highborn
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- nah-BEEL
Nabil is an Arabic name for boys, pronounced nah-BEEL, and it means "noble" or "highborn." It has a worldly, classic feel and a timeless quality, which makes it easy to carry across settings and ages.
Meaning & Origin of Nabil
Meaning: Noble, highborn.
Origin: Arabic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Nabil
nah-BEELIPA /nɑːˈbiːl/
Popularity of Nabil
Nabil peaked at #1595 in 1994, when 58 boys were given the name, and in 2024 it ranked #2770 with 47 babies. That's a gentle slide over three decades, which means it's familiar without being common.
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FAQ
What does the name Nabil mean?
Noble, highborn. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Nabil?
Nabil is pronounced nah-BEEL (IPA: /nɑːˈbiːl/).
Is Nabil a popular name right now?
Nabil peaked at #1595 in 1994 and is ranked #2770 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1966–2024.)
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