Nadav
Boy nameNadav has been given to 771 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It peaked in 2016. In 2025, about 1 in 106,755 boys was named Nadav.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
771
Peak year
2016 (32 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1976
10-year trend
▼ -47%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nadav — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nadav.
Sibling name ideas for Nadav
Same era and popularity as Nadav, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nadav?
Nadav has been given to 771 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nadav peak?
Nadav peaked in 2016, when 32 babies were given the name.
Is Nadav a girl or boy name?
Nadav is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nadav are boys).
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