The name Nawab is a boy's name of Arabic origin meaning "deputy, leader".

Nawab is a royal title used in South Asian states, indicating a leader whose position might be compared to that of a prince. Derived from the Arabic naib meaning "deputy, leader", it is also used to describe Muslim noblemen, and, more historically, by the English to describe native Indian rulers during the Mughal Empire. 
 Today, it might be said to fit in with the trend for exalted and regal names like King, Messiah, and Sir, though it has had longer usage among South Asian communities.
 
In 2024, Nawab debuted in the England and Wales Top 1000.

Names That Mean King, Queen, Ruler or Royal

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Nawab

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The name Nawab peaked for boys at #7101 in 2024. The name is most popular in NAWAB.

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