Generous, noble, or willing
Derived from the Hebrew root 'nadav', the name signifies a person who is generous or offers themselves willingly. In the Old Testament, Nadav was the eldest son of Aaron, the first High Priest of Israel. It remains a popular and classic choice in modern Israel while maintaining a rare, sophisticated profile in the United States.
About 16 boys were named Nadav in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
French-Israeli singer who represented Israel in the Eurovision Song Contest
Acclaimed Israeli film director and screenwriter
Professional basketball player known for his career with Maccabi Tel Aviv
