Nain

Nain is a masculine name with diverse cultural origins. In Arabic, it means 'sleepy' or 'drowsy,' while in Hebrew it refers to a biblical village mentioned in the New Testament. The name also appears in Indian contexts where it can mean 'eye' or 'vision' in certain dialects. Nain has never achieved widespread popularity but maintains consistent usage within specific cultural communities, particularly in Middle Eastern and South Asian regions. The name's brevity and soft sound give it a gentle quality, while its biblical connection—to the town where Jesus is said to have performed a miracle—provides spiritual significance for some families. Its multicultural nature makes it an intriguing choice that carries different meanings depending on cultural context.

Nain is also given to girls.

Pronounced NAYN.

As of October 2026, Nain ranked #6057 for boys in US births in 2025 and #17255 for girls in US births in 2019 SSA, peaked at #4460 for boys in 2007.