Symbolic name given to girls born on TuB'Shevat, the New Year of the Trees.

Short, simple international names like this make distinctive middle name possibilities. Nir also makes for a nature-oriented first name that's both straightforward and unusual. But be prepared for a lifetime of "...and far" jokes.

Niria is the female equivalent of Nir and may also be found as Nira. This simple, pleasant name has an earthy meaning.