Nidal is of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'nadhil', which means 'rare' or 'uncommon'. It is often used as a masculine given name in several Middle Eastern countries. The name Nidal is composed of three letters: 'n', 'i', and 'dal', with no known specific meaning attributed to its combination. In some cultures, the name may hold symbolic significance due to its rarity.
"The name Nidal has seen fluctuations over the years with regards to its popularity, peaking at 13 births in 1993 and again at 9 births in 2005 and 2006. However, it appears that since around the year 2000, there has been a consistent decline in the number of newborns named Nidal, with most years seeing between 5 to 9 births."