Nubia Meaning

What does Nubia mean?

The name Nubia is of Egyptian origin.

The meaning of Nubia is "from Nubia Africa, gold".

Nubia is generally used as a girl's name.

It consists of 5 letters and 3 syllables and is pronounced Nu-bi-a.

The Given Name Nubia

Transferred use of the name of an ancient kingdom in Africa, which in turn may have derived from the Egyptian word nbw meaning "gold".

Nubia is good for parents who want a name that is memorable and chic.

A name fit for a child full of allure and distinction, a little explorer.

Although unique, your little sophisticated Nubia, is sure to make it a memorable one.

Nubia falls into the gem or mineral name category.

Nubia Popularity

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 3,018 in baby name popularity for girls with 54 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 2,946 in baby name popularity for girls with 56 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.

View the Nubia Name Popularity Page to see how the popularity trend for Nubia has changed since 1880, or to compare the popularity of Nubia to other names.

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Nubia Numerology

What will your new littleNubia be like?

It may all be in the numbers.

The numbers that make up your child's name.

Numerology may give you some insight.

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Nubia Name Fun

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Just for fun, see the name Nubia in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

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