The heart or the soul
Naod is a traditional Ethiopian name of Ge'ez origin, often interpreted as 'the heart' or 'the soul' in Amharic. It carries deep spiritual significance and was historically borne by Ethiopian royalty, including a 15th-century emperor.
About 22 boys were named Naod in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Emperor of Ethiopia from 1494 to 1508
