Nairobi

Pronunciation: [ n-eyer-OHB-ee ]

Boy Name #39,869 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Nairobi is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced n-eyer-OHB-ee.

Parents who love the name Nairobi often also consider Nancy, Nannie, Naomi .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #39,869
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Nai Nay Naiie Nairie

Also a Girl Name

Nairobi is also used as a girl name, ranked #1536.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nairobi

Is Nairobi a boy or girl name?

Nairobi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #39869. As a girl name, it is ranked #1536. Nairobi is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Nairobi?

Nairobi is pronounced n-eyer-OHB-ee.

How popular is the name Nairobi?

Nairobi is currently ranked #39869 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Nairobi?

Common nicknames for Nairobi include Nai, Nay, Naiie, and Nairie.

Is Nairobi a common or rare name?

Nairobi is an uncommon name, ranked #39869 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nairobi

Nairobi is a boy name .

Is Nairobi a boy or girl name? Nairobi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,869 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,536. Nairobi is more commonly used as a girl name.

Nairobi is currently ranked #39,869 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nairobi include Nai, Nay, Naiie, and Nairie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.