Nabil
Nabil: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): [nəˈbɪɫ] · [ˈnabɪɫ]
Meaning and origin of Nabil
- A male given name from Arabic.
Etymology
From Arabic نَبِيل (nabīl, “noble”).
How popular is Nabil?
Since 1880, 49 girls and 1,961 boys in the U.S. have been named Nabil (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5232 in 1988. Its highest rank for boys was #1595 in 1994. In 2025, 51 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Nabil FAQ
What does the name Nabil mean?
A male given name from Arabic. From Arabic نَبِيل (nabīl, “noble”).
What is the origin of the name Nabil?
Nabil is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Nabil?
Since 1880, 49 girls and 1,961 boys in the U.S. have been named Nabil (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5232 in 1988. Its highest rank for boys was #1595 in 1994. In 2025, 51 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Nabil a boy or girl name?
Nabil is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 49 girls and 1,961 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.