Rising since 1999, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Naba since 1998
Babies named Naba per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 56 |
| 2010s | 132 |
| 2020s | 72 |
Meaning & origin
Naba is a modern name that first entered U.S. records in 1998. It has remained uncommon, with a peak ranking of 7,133 in 2025, where about 1 in 107,151 newborns received the name. Its trajectory has been rising since 1999, reflecting a slow but steady increase in use, especially during the 2010s. The name's origin is uncertain, but it may be a creative spelling or shortening of more established names, fitting a broader trend toward short, melodic girl names. Its rarity and modern feel make it a distinctive choice.
Naba is a modern name with unclear roots. It may be a short form or respelling of Arabic names like Nabeeha (meaning 'intelligent') or Nabiha ('noble'), or it could be a purely invented name from the late 20th century. Its appearance in U.S. records since 1998 aligns with a trend of short, vowel-ending names for girls.
“Naba” around the world
Where Naba lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Naba
Names that share Naba's style, for a brother or sister.
