Naim Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Naim is an Arabic name meaning comfort or tranquility, derived from the word 'na'im'. It has evolved through Arabic language forms and gained popularity in the 20th century among Arabic-speaking populations. The name is associated with positive traits of calmness and serenity, with no specific biblical relevance.
The name Naim is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Naim has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Naim' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2546th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2042nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2056th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2020th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Naim' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Naim"
Pronunciation
/naɪm/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Naim is derived from the Arabic word 'na'im', which means 'comfort' or 'tranquility'.
Meaning
comfort, tranquility
Language Evolution
نَعِيم (naʿīm) - Classical Arabic, نائم (nā'im) - Modern Arabic
Historical Usage
Naim gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities, and has become a recognized name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Na'im, Naimi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Naim is perceived positively, often associated with calmness and serenity. It is popular in many Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities worldwide.
Famous People
Naim Süleymanoğlu - Renowned Turkish weightlifter, Naim Khan - Notable figure in the business community
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Naim"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Naim"
"Naim" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2546th of 10718 | 235 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2042nd of 16616 | 532 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2056th of 24088 | 959 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2020th of 23106 | 871 |
Regional Popularity of "Naim" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
27.51% 958th/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
61.30% 2259th/3685 |
19.31% 864th/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
19.31% 997th/5164 |
33.88% 2478th/7313 |
30.81% 2299th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
56.00% 2231st/3984 |
29.35% 1317th/4487 |
26.72% 1823rd/6822 |
30.27% 1900th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Naim" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Naim"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Naim" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.