US Popularity Rank: 10523

Origin: Arabic

Meaning: Rare, scarce; Precious

Nadir is a boy’s name of Arabic origin. This beautiful and distinctive moniker is both a surname and a given name, and means “rare,” “scarce,” and “precious.” Nadir is a popular choice, and has been used frequently in France, Turkey, Iran, and Israel. Not only will this precious gem of a name help baby stand out, but it will also connect them to their heritage.  Notable Nadirs include Mohammed Nadir Shah, the King of Afghanistan in the early 1900s, and Abed Nadir from Community.