Narada
Narada is a boy baby name. Ranked #21,485 in the US, popular nicknames include Nar, Nay, and Narie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Narada first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 201 babies have been named Narada in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Narada is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,485 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,485
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Narada is also used as a girl name, ranked #21888.
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About the Name Narada
Narada is a boy name .
Is Narada a boy or girl name? Narada is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #21,485 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #21,888. Narada is more commonly used as a boy name.
Narada is currently ranked #21,485 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Narada include Nar, Nay, Narie, and Naraie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis