Nobu Name Meaning
The name Nobu comes from Japanese roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Nobu below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Nobu Name Meaning
JapaneseFrom Japanese 信 (nobu) meaning "trust", 延 (nobu) meaning "prolong, stretch", or other kanji and kanji combinations. It is sometimes a short form of longer names beginning with this sound.
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What does the name Nobu mean?
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Is Nobu a boy or girl name?
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