Nubia
NOO-bee-uh
Popularity
#4256
Letters
5
Syllables
3
Origin
African
Total Births
2,379
Peak Year
#83 in 1993
First Recorded
1969
Style
Earthy & Bohemian, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Named after the ancient African kingdom of Nubia, located in present-day Sudan and Egypt, a region known for its rich history and culture.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
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