Naraly
A feminine name, possibly of Persian origin, with an uncertain meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 308 living Americans carry the first name Naraly. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Naraly today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Naraly births was 2008 (29 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Naraly. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
308
~ 1 in 1,112,839 Americans
Peak year
2008
29 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2022 SSA rank
#17,020
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Naraly: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Naraly from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 152 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Naraly by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Naraly during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Naralys live
Origin
Meaning and history of Naraly
The name Naraly is believed to have its origins in the ancient Persian language, which was spoken in what is now modern-day Iran. The name is thought to be derived from the Persian word "nar," meaning pomegranate, and "aly," meaning exalted or noble. As such, the name Naraly can be interpreted to mean "exalted pomegranate" or "noble pomegranate."
While the exact origins of the name are uncertain, it is believed to have been in use as early as the 6th century AD during the Sassanid Empire in Persia. The pomegranate held significant cultural and symbolic importance in ancient Persia, and it is possible that the name Naraly was initially bestowed upon individuals who had some connection to the fruit or its cultivation.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Naraly can be found in the Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century AD. In this famous work, there is a character named Naraly, though details about this individual are scarce.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Naraly. One such person was Naraly Khorasani (1048-1109), a Persian philosopher and scholar who made significant contributions to the fields of logic and metaphysics during the Islamic Golden Age.
Another notable figure was Naraly Beik (1570-1635), a Turkish military commander who served under the Ottoman Empire. He played a crucial role in various campaigns and battles, earning a reputation as a skilled strategist and fearless warrior.
In the realm of literature, Naraly Qazwini (1682-1754) was a prominent Persian poet and writer. His works, which often explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, were widely celebrated and influenced generations of writers in the region.
Naraly Shirazi (1820-1892) was a renowned Persian calligrapher and artist who was renowned for his mastery of the intricate art of calligraphy. His works, which often adorned the walls of mosques and palaces, are considered masterpieces of Islamic art and are still admired today.
Lastly, Naraly Hakim (1905-1978) was a prominent Iranian politician and diplomat who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Iran from 1962 to 1964. He played a significant role in shaping Iran's foreign policy during a pivotal period in the country's history.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Naraly, reflecting its rich cultural heritage and the diverse backgrounds of those who have carried this name.
People
Naraly + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Naraly: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Naraly?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 308 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Naraly going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,112,839 US residents.
Is Naraly a common name?
We classify Naraly as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 312 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Naraly most popular?
The single biggest year for Naraly was 2008, when 29 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Naraly is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Naraly a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Naraly in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.