The nameNizar
Nizar is an Arabic boy's name, given in France mostly since the 2000s.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Its meaning is debated. Nizar is an old name in Arab genealogy.
Origin
Arabic.
History
Found in France since the late 1960s, Nizar peaked in the mid 2010s, notably in Île-de-France. It is still given today.
Famous people named Nizar
- Nizar Qabbani, Syrian poet
Popularity of the name Nizar
Nizar in France
Nizar was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 745 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Nizar. Its rise began around 1972, and it peaked in 2019. Half of all babies named Nizar in France were born before 2007, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 34 births a year on average, against 81 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nizar mean?
Its meaning is debated. Nizar is an old name in Arab genealogy.
What is the origin of the name Nizar?
Arabic.
Is Nizar a girl's or a boy's name?
Nizar is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Nizar?
Nizar Qabbani, Syrian poet.