Nahum
Nahum: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈneɪəm/ · /ˈneɪhʌm/
Meaning and origin of Nahum
- A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin.
Etymology
Derived from Hebrew נַחוּם (nakhúm, “consolation”).
How popular is Nahum?
Since 1880, 2,197 boys in the U.S. have been named Nahum. Its highest rank for boys was #1734 in 2005. In 2025, 58 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Nahum FAQ
What does the name Nahum mean?
A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin. Derived from Hebrew נַחוּם (nakhúm, “consolation”).
What is the origin of the name Nahum?
Nahum is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Nahum?
Since 1880, 2,197 boys in the U.S. have been named Nahum. Its highest rank for boys was #1734 in 2005. In 2025, 58 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Nahum a boy or girl name?
Nahum is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,197 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.