Nestor
Nestor: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɛstə/ · /ˈnɛstɚ/
Meaning and origin of Nestor
- A male given name from Ancient Greek, rare in English.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Νέστωρ (Néstōr), possibly from νέομαι (néomai, “to return safely”), νόστος (nóstos, “homecoming”).
How popular is Nestor?
Since 1880, 10,430 boys in the U.S. have been named Nestor. Its highest rank for boys was #587 in 1991. In 2025, 113 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Nestor FAQ
What does the name Nestor mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek, rare in English. From Ancient Greek Νέστωρ (Néstōr), possibly from νέομαι (néomai, “to return safely”), νόστος (nóstos, “homecoming”).
What is the origin of the name Nestor?
Nestor is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Nestor?
Since 1880, 10,430 boys in the U.S. have been named Nestor. Its highest rank for boys was #587 in 1991. In 2025, 113 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Nestor a boy or girl name?
Nestor is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 10,430 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.