Nazar
Russian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Nazar
Nazar derives from Arabic "نظر" (nazar), meaning "gaze," "sight," or "eye," and carries connotations of protection or vigilance.
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Etymology
Nazar derives from Arabic "نظر" (nazar), meaning "gaze," "sight," or "eye," and carries connotations of protection or vigilance. The name is primarily used in Islamic, Arabic, Persian, and Turkish cultures, with historical prominence in Muslim-majority regions and among people of Middle Eastern and South Asian descent.
Nazar currently ranks #5,149 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2016.
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