Naher

Naher is a surname of British origin, though its roots can be traced back to other regions, particularly South Asia and the Middle East. The surname is not particularly common in the United Kingdom, but is found among a diverse range of ethnicities and cultures.

The etymology of the surname Naher is varied. In some instances, it may be a variant of the Arabic surname Nahar which means "river" or "stream". In other cases, it could derive from the Hindi word "nahar" which translates to "canal" or "waterway". These meanings suggest a connection to water bodies or fluidity, reflecting perhaps the ancestral occupations or geographic locations of the early bearers of the surname.

Like many surnames, Naher has likely evolved and diversified over centuries. Individuals bearing this surname can be found across various professions and social backgrounds, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society.

Further research into specific family histories may reveal more about the origins and significance of the surname Naher within individual lineages.

There are approximately 165 people named Naher in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Naher.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alex
  • Alexander
  • Amar
  • Barry
  • Carl
  • Gian
  • Joginder
  • Kamrun
  • Michael
  • Mohamed
  • Ryan

Female

  • Bilkis
  • Dilruba
  • Geeta
  • Jasmin
  • Manna
  • Nurun
  • Perminder
  • Shaheen
  • Sharmin
  • Syeda

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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