Nabor
Meaningpossibly light of the prophet · Hebrew
Nabor is a Mexican boy name thought to mean “light of the prophet”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationNabor peaked in 1928, which makes it a Silent Generation name, think grandparents and great-grandparents.
- HistoryNabor first shows up in US birth records in 1917, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 108 years since.
US births per million boys, 1917–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Nabor
Nabor is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “possibly light of the prophet”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It was most fashionable in the 1920s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Mateo · gift of God
- Boy name: Lucas · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Unisex name: Elias · my God is Yahweh
- Unisex name: Luca · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
Questions about the name Nabor
What does the name Nabor mean?
Nabor means “possibly light of the prophet” and comes from Hebrew. Name experts don't fully agree on its roots, so this is the most likely meaning rather than a certainty. Names built around “light” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Luciano (“light”), Uriel (“God is my light”), Lucian (“light”) and Akari (“light, brightness”).
What is the origin of the name Nabor?
Nabor is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Hebrew. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Nabor a boy or girl name?
Nabor is a boy name.
How popular is the name Nabor?
Nabor is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2013. It peaked at #2,659 in 1928, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Nabor?
If you like Nabor, you might also like Luciano, Uriel, Lucian and Akari.
What should I know before naming my baby Nabor?
Nabor is a Mexican boy name thought to mean “light of the prophet”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.