Nazaret

“נָצְרַת - 'to watch, to guard'”

Israel origin · Unisex name

♂ 16% boys♀ 84% girls

#4711US 2023

29Births / yr

↑Rising

218All-time births

📅 Since 199500

How to pronounce Nazaret

nah·ZAH·RET

/nɑ.ˈzɑ.ˈrɛt/ · stress on ZAH · 3 syllables

“נָצְרַת - 'to watch, to guard'”

Israel origin · Unisex name

What does Nazaret mean and where does it come from?

Nazaret is derived from the name of the biblical town of Nazareth in Israel, which is significant in Christianity as the hometown of Jesus. The name carries connotations of watchfulness and guardianship. In modern contexts, it is used among Christian communities and can be found in various forms thr

Cultural significance

Nazaret has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of נָצְרַת - 'to watch, to guard'.

Peak popularity

Reached #7173 in 2018 — currently #4711 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Nazaret?

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

Nazaret Grace

How popular is Nazaret right now?

Rising fast — up 3212 spots — currently #4711 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#4711 · Top 3.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4711	29	▲ up 3212 · +107% births
2022	#7923	14	▲ up 1453 · +27% births
2021	#9376	11	▲ up 1972 · +38% births
2020	#11348	8	▼ down 150 · -11% births
2015	#11198	9	▼ down 2252 · -31% births
2010	#8946	13	▲ up 4675 · +86% births
2005	#13621	7	▲ up 1012 · +40% births
1995	#14633	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Nazaret

Best Year2023Rank #4711

Peak Count29

Average Rank#10220

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

The story of Nazaret

Nazaret is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 218 total births recorded, Nazaret remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14633 in 1995 to #4711 in 2023. Nazaret is used for both genders: 84% female and 16% male.

Names that peaked alongside Nazaret in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Nazaret by decade

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

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	35
2000s	76
2010s ★	94
2020s	8

💎Nazaret has only 218 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Nazaret?

Common

NazNazieNazyAret

What names sound and feel like Nazaret?

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

Nazareth

Israel · נָצְרַת

Nazare

Spanish · A name associated

Israel · He has given

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Nazaret

What does the name Nazaret mean?

Nazaret means "נָצְרַת - 'to watch, to guard'" — a name rooted in Israel 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 Nazaret?

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

What is the cultural origin of Nazaret?

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

How do you pronounce the name Nazaret?

Nazaret is a three-syllable name pronounced N AA0 Z AA1 R EH1 T. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Nazaret?

Nazaret pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Israel heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.