Nazir
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Observer, warner, dedicated
Origin: Arabic/Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #1071 in 2025 with 202 babies born.
History: Nazir surged in the 2020s as an Arabic name meaning 'observer/one who warns.' The name carries prophetic authority. The Wire's Avon Barksdale was played by Wood Harris, but the show's themes of observation and warning resonate. Nazir means the watchful eye of Arabic naming tradition.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Nazir? About 1 in 16,478 babies born in 2025 were named Nazir, or roughly 0.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Nazir
What does the name Nazir mean?
Nazir means “Observer, warner, dedicated” from Arabic/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Nazir?
Nazir has Arabic/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Observer, warner, dedicated”.
How popular is Nazir?
Nazir ranked #1069 in 2025 — given to 202 babies that year.
When was Nazir most popular?
Nazir peaked in 2024 with 242 babies registered that year.
Is Nazir a boy or girl name?
Nazir is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Nazirs in registered births are male.
How long has Nazir been recorded?
Nazir appears in birth records across 37 years — from 1985 through 2025.