Nir
Nir is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Ploughed field”.
| Meaning | Ploughed field |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | נִיר |
| Pronunciation | NEER |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Nir
Nir is a modern Israeli name from the Hebrew word for a freshly ploughed field, newly broken ground ready for planting. The word appears in the biblical call to 'break up your fallow ground', and it fitted the agricultural ideals of early Zionist settlement, when many kibbutzim and moshavim took names beginning with Nir. Short and strong, it became a common Israeli boy's name from the mid-twentieth century.
Is Nir a Jewish name?
Nir is a Hebrew name used by Jewish families, mainly in Israel. Its appeal comes from the language of farming and renewal rather than from a biblical person.
How popular is Nir?
Common in Israel; rare outside Israeli and Jewish communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nir mean?
Nir means 'Ploughed field'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Nir a Jewish name?
Nir is a Hebrew name used by Jewish families, mainly in Israel. Its appeal comes from the language of farming and renewal rather than from a biblical person.
How do you pronounce Nir?
Nir is pronounced NEER.
Is Nir a boy or girl name?
Nir is usually a boy name.