Narayan

Q: How popular is the name Narayan?

Narayan is ranked #14222 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ n-ahr-AHY-ahn ]

Boy Name #14,222 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Narayan is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced n-ahr-AHY-ahn.

Popularity Over Time

#14,222

Current Rank

Peaked 2014 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #14,222
Total SSA Count: 7

Nicknames

Nar Nay Narie Naraie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Narayan

Is Narayan a boy or girl name?

Narayan is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Narayan?

Narayan is pronounced n-ahr-AHY-ahn.

How popular is the name Narayan?

Narayan is currently ranked #14222 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Narayan?

Common nicknames for Narayan include Nar, Nay, Narie, and Naraie.

Is Narayan a common or rare name?

Narayan is an uncommon name, ranked #14222 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Narayan

Narayan is a boy name .

Narayan is currently ranked #14,222 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Narayan include Nar, Nay, Narie, and Naraie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.