Nasim

Nasim: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex nameArabic origin

Meaning and origin of Nasim

  • A unisex given name from Arabic.

Etymology

Ultimately from Arabic نَسِيم (nasīm).

How popular is Nasim?

8U.S. babies in 2025
#2607peak rank (2000)
615babies since 1880

Since 1880, 119 girls and 496 boys in the U.S. have been named Nasim (19% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6550 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #2607 in 2000. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Nasim FAQ

What does the name Nasim mean?

A unisex given name from Arabic. Ultimately from Arabic نَسِيم (nasīm).

What is the origin of the name Nasim?

Nasim is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Nasim?

Since 1880, 119 girls and 496 boys in the U.S. have been named Nasim (19% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6550 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #2607 in 2000. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Nasim a boy or girl name?

Nasim is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (119 girls and 496 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.