Little, rare, or unique
Derived from the Arabic root 'nazara', the name traditionally signifies something that is scarce or precious. It is a historically significant name in the Arab world, famously borne by the ancestor of the Adnani Arabs.
Less common today
Nizar isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,044 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Syrian diplomat and contemporary poet
Palestinian political leader
Tunisian former professional footballer
