Nawfal

A boy's name of Arabic origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.

Boy's nameRare nameNot ranked recently

Meaning & Origin

Nawfal is a two-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 5 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.

Nawfal is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.

Nawfal is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin meaning 'sea' or 'generous,' historically borne by companions of the Prophet Muhammad. It carries a sense of vast abundance and noble generosity.

EtymologyShow more

Nawfal is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.

In the U.S., Nawfal has been recorded as a boy's name since 2003, with 5 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.

At a Glance

Unranked

Current Rank

Total births

Since 2003

2003

Peak year

5 births

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Popularity Over Time

Nawfal has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2003.

First appeared: 2003Peak: 2003 (5 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Nawfal
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2000s	5	#12174	—

The Story of Nawfal

A Gen Z name

Peaking in 2003, Nawfal is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Nawfal are most likely born between 2003 and 2003.

How rare is Nawfal?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Nawfal is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 2003, peaked in the 2000s with 5 births that decade.

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(1 years, 2003–2003)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Nawfal
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2003	5	#12174	—

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Nawfal is primarily a boy's name.

When was Nawfal most popular?

Nawfal reached its peak popularity in 2003 with 5 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Nawfal?

Nawfal is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 5 babies in the U.S. since 2003. Its peak was in 2003.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2003–2003