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Nareh

nah-REH · Possibly derived from Armenian meaning 'fire' or 'pomegranate', though its use in American records may be a modern variant of Nadia or Nara.

2025 rank (girls)
#10,917
Babies named in 2025
8
Peak popularity
2022
2025 frequency
1 in 200,908 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2022

Declining since 2022, #10,917 for girls today.

Popularity of Nareh since 2004

Babies named Nareh per year in U.S. Social Security records.

5111620102020Most births 2022Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s31
2010s68
2020s50

Meaning & origin

Nareh is a rare American name first recorded in 2004, with its highest popularity in 2022. Its ranking of 10,917 in 2025 places it among the more uncommon choices, with a 1-in-200,908 birth frequency. The name has been on a downward trajectory since 2022, but its gentle sound and possible Armenian heritage give it a distinctive appeal. Nareh has not yet appeared in any U.S. top states, indicating it remains a niche selection among parents seeking something unique.

Nareh is a name of uncertain origin, likely Armenian, where it may be related to 'nar' meaning 'fire' or 'pomegranate'. Its appearance in U.S. Social Security data beginning in 2004 suggests it may be a modern coinage or a variant spelling of names like Nara or Nadia, possibly influenced by the ending '-eh' popular in contemporary naming.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Nari, Nara, Reh

Variants: Nara, Nare

Sibling names for Nareh

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Questions parents ask

What does Nareh mean?
Nareh may mean 'fire' or 'pomegranate' in Armenian, but its origin is uncertain and it could be a modern variant.
How common is the name Nareh?
Nareh is very rare in the U.S., ranking 10,917 in 2025. It was given to about 1 in every 200,908 births that year.
Is Nareh a boy or girl name?
Nareh is predominantly used for girls, consistent with its Armenian feminine associations.