Nofal

♂ Boy

Pronounced NOH-fahl /ˈnoʊ.fɑl/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic Nawfal/Nofal, traditionally glossed 'generous man; open-handed giver' and, by extension, a young man of chivalry. It is an old Arabic name, borne in early Islamic history, and the spelling Nofal is a common romanization.Low

In 30 seconds: An old Arabic name with a generous heart: Nofal means 'generous man; open-handed giver' (said 'NOH-fahl').

💕 Browse more names

Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic Nawfal/Nofal, traditionally glossed 'generous man; open-handed giver' and, by extension, a young man of chivalry. It is an old Arabic name, borne in early Islamic history, and the spelling Nofal is a common romanization.

U.S. rank (2024)#13620

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 5

History & Origin

Nofal is a romanization of Arabic Nawfal, glossed 'generous man; open-handed giver' and linked to ideas of chivalry and munificence. It is an old, well-attested name in Arabic naming tradition rather than a modern invention, and families across the Arab world and the diaspora still use it (said 'NOH-fahl').

In the U.S. it is very rare for boys and reads as a heritage pick. Rare, heritage, and warm.

Did you know? Nofal (Nawfal) is one of those Arabic names that carries a whole character in two syllables — the open-handed man, the one who gives freely. It is an old name, not a modern coinage (said 'NOH-fahl').

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Nofal — Arabic Nawfal, 'generous man'; romanized spelling

Variations

NawfalNaufalNawfel

Nicknames

NofFal

Famous Bearers

Famous bearers coming soon.

If you like Nofal…

Nabil— a like Arabic name of noble character

Nadim— a warm Arabic two-beat cousin

Faisal— a like classic Arabic choice

Naveed— a similar heritage pick in sound

Explore names like Nofal

By themearabic heritage virtue rare

By meaningYouth

All themes →All meanings →All origins →

Frequently Asked

What does the name Nofal mean?

Nofal (Arabic Nawfal) is traditionally glossed 'generous man; open-handed giver,' with a sense of chivalry.

How do you pronounce Nofal?

It's said NOH-fahl /ˈnoʊ.fɑl/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Nofal a boy or girl name?

Nofal is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Nofal?

Nofal is a very rare name for boys in the U.S.