Nau

Pronunciation: [ n-OH ]

Nau is a boy baby name. Ranked #26,368 in the US.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Nau is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced n-OH.

Parents who love the name Nau often also consider Datrick, Eureka, Elsie .

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Historical Record

Nau first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.

Over 10 babies have been named Nau in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Nau is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,368 for boy names in the US .

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#26,368
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#26,368
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Naujour #4355

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Datrick Boy African American naming tradition Eureka Boy Greek Elsie Boy Old German (via Else) Bell Boy Old French bel Orton Boy Old English Sylvia Boy Latin Laterian Boy American

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Old French bel origin

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"farm garden, upper estate enclosure"

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Latin origin

"woodland spirit"

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nau

Is Nau a boy or girl name?
Nau is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Nau?
Nau is pronounced n-OH.
How popular is the name Nau?
Nau is currently ranked #26368 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Nau a common or rare name?
Nau is an uncommon name, ranked #26368 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Nau?
Nau pairs well with Datrick, Eureka, Elsie, Bell in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Nau?
Related spellings include Naujour.

About the Name Nau

Nau is a boy name .

Nau is currently ranked #26,368 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Nau include Naujour . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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