Basque

Nahia

Pronounced NAH-ee-ahShare

Meaning: Desire; wish

  • Girl
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  • 3 syllables

The story

A Basque name from nahi, meaning desire or wish. Its short form and open vowels can feel contemporary even though its meaning comes from established Basque vocabulary.

Nicknames

  • Nahi

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

  • Modern
  • Soft
  • Works everywhere

Origins

Nahia comes from Basque.

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