Noble, deputy, or viceroy
Derived from the Arabic word 'nawwab', which is the plural of 'naib' (deputy). Historically, it was a title of honor and rank conferred by Mughal emperors to semi-autonomous Muslim rulers of princely states in South Asia.
Less common today
Nawab isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,536 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former captain of the Indian national cricket team
Significant figure in Sikh history and leader of the Dal Khalsa
Indian film actor known for roles in Don 2 and Tiger Zinda Hai
