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Nazaire

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Nazaire Pronunciation

Nazaire is pronounced nah-ZAIR /nɑˈzɛr/Medium

Meaning: The French form of Nazarius — 'of Nazareth' (the town), linked to the Hebrew nazir, 'consecrated, set apart'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Of Nazareth; consecrated: Nazaire is the French Nazarius — 'of Nazareth'. Lyrical, devout, and warm (said 'nah-ZAIR').

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Origin MediumHebrew, French

MeaningThe French form of Nazarius — 'of Nazareth' (the town), linked to the Hebrew nazir, 'consecrated, set apart'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#6072 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2018

Total births (all-time)≈ 216

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Nazaire is the French form of Nazarius — 'of Nazareth' (the Galilean town of Jesus), linked to the Hebrew nazir, 'consecrated, set apart, dedicated' (routes layered, which we note). Borne by St Nazaire (Nazarius), an early martyr (the French town Saint-Nazaire). A lyrical, devout French name (said 'nah-ZAIR'; nickname Naz).

In the U.S. it appears in French and Haitian families. Rare, of-Nazareth-and-consecrated at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Nazarius means 'of Nazareth' (the town of Jesus), linked to the Hebrew nazir, 'consecrated, set apart' — Nazaire is its lyrical French form (St Nazaire; the routes are layered, which we note; said 'nah-ZAIR').

Overall data confidence 60%

References — Nazarius — routes layered

Variations

NazariusNazarioNazaret

Nicknames

Naz

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Hebrew French Saint

If you like Nazaire…

Nazario— the Spanish/Italian form

Nazaret— a fellow Nazareth name

Pierre— shares Nazaire's French roots

Jaire— a fellow Hebrew choice

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Nazaire?

Nazaire is pronounced nah-ZAIR (/nɑˈzɛr/). Press play above to hear Nazaire said aloud.

How do you say Nazaire?

Nazaire is said nah-ZAIR (/nɑˈzɛr/). Press play above to hear Nazaire said aloud.

What does the name Nazaire mean?

Nazaire is the French Nazarius — 'of Nazareth', linked to 'consecrated, set apart'; the routes are layered.

Is Nazaire a boy or girl name?

Nazaire is a boy's name.

How popular is Nazaire?

Nazaire is a rare name in the U.S.