Narjis

“the flower of a Narcissus plant” — Associated with purity and beauty

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10103US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

123All-time births

📅 Since 200600

What does Narjis mean and where does it come from?

The name Narjis (نرجس) has Persian roots, where it refers to a flower associated with purity and beauty. In Arabic, it specifically refers to the Narcissus flower, symbolizing rebirth and new beginnings. The name is often noted in literature and folklore; in Islamic tradition, Narjis is also said to

Cultural significance

Narjis has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the flower of a narcissus plant.

Peak popularity

Reached #7924 in 2016 — currently #10103 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Narjis?

Narjis works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Narjis Grace

How popular is Narjis right now?

Falling — down 1210 spots — currently #10103 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#10103 · Top 7.5%

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2015

2020

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10103	10	▼ down 1210 · -17% births
2022	#8893	12	▲ up 4209 · +71% births
2021	#13102	7	▲ up 3261 · +40% births
2020	#16363	5	▼ down 7517 · -62% births
2015	#8846	13	▲ up 901 · +8% births
2010	#9747	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Narjis

Best Year2015Rank #8846

Peak Count13

Average Rank#11176

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Narjis

Narjis is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 123 total births recorded, Narjis remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9747 in 2010, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10103 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Narjis in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Narjis by decade

Narjis peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	8
2010s ★	110
2020s	5

💎Narjis has only 123 total recorded births since 2006 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Narjis?

Common

NarNaArjis

Famous people named Narjis

Narjis (Arab poet)

Narjis carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Narjis (historical Arab ruler)

Narjis held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Narjis (Sufi mystic)

Narjis used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Narjis (Islamic scholar)

Narjis bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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What names sound and feel like Narjis?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Narjis also consider these

Nargis

Persia · a flower, daffodil

Narsis

Persian · an angel or

Narvis

India · someone who is

Faris

Arabic · Arabic

Arsis

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Narjis

What does the name Narjis mean?

Narjis means "the flower of a Narcissus plant" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Narjis?

Narjis is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Narjis have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Narjis?

Narjis originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Narjis trending right now?

Narjis is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Narjis a common or rare name?

Narjis is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.