The nameNihad

Nihad is a name of Arabic origin, mostly given to girls in France.

Meaning

Its meaning is debated; it is often linked to an Arabic word for high ground.

Origin

Arabic.

History

In France it was mostly given in the 2000s and 2010s.

Popularity of the name Nihad

Nihad in France

2445thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2013peak year (50 births)
710babies named Nihad in France since 1900
02550 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Nihad was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 315 births over the decade, 44% of all recorded babies named Nihad. Its rise began around 1982, and it peaked in 2013. Half of all babies named Nihad in France were born before 2011, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 14 births a year on average, against 23 in the five years before.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nihad mean?

Its meaning is debated; it is often linked to an Arabic word for high ground.

What is the origin of the name Nihad?

Arabic.

Is Nihad a girl's or a boy's name?

Nihad is a girl's name.