Nader
Meaningrare, precious · Arabic
Nader is an Arabic boy name meaning “rare, precious”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. 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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- AnagramShuffle the letters of Nader and you get Ander, Andre and Arden. Same letters, different names.
- GenerationNader peaked in 1990, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Nader you'd meet today is about 35 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Nader would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 156,250 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryNader first shows up in US birth records in 1963, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 62 years since.
US births per million boys, 1963–2025
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About the name Nader
Nader is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “rare, precious”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1990s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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- Boy name: Silas · of the forest
- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
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- Boy name: Muhammad · praised
- Boy name: Omar · flourishing, long-lived
Questions about the name Nader
What does the name Nader mean?
Nader means “rare, precious” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Nadir (“rare, precious”) and Drago (“dear, precious”).
What is the origin of the name Nader?
Nader is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Nader a boy or girl name?
Nader is a boy name. In 2025, 11 US boys were named Nader.
How popular is the name Nader?
Nader ranked #7,194 for US boys in 2025, given to 11 babies. Its best year was 1990, when it reached #1,435. Over the last five years it has climbed 1,545 places.
What names are similar to Nader?
If you like Nader, you might also like Nadir and Drago.
What should I know before naming my baby Nader?
Nader is an Arabic boy name meaning “rare, precious”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. 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.