Nahum: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Comforter, a prophet's name of consolation and tender solace.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2765
- Peak
- #1732 in 2005
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Nahum Means
Nahum is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Comforter, a prophet's name of consolation and tender solace.
How Popular Nahum Is
Nahum currently ranks #2765 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1732 in 2005. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Nahum
- Nahum is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Nahum is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Nahum
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Nahum
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Nahum.
Questions About Nahum
What does Nahum mean?
Nahum is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Comforter, a prophet's name of consolation and tender solace.
How popular is Nahum?
Nahum currently ranks #2765 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1732 in 2005. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Nahum come from?
Nahum comes from Hebrew roots. Nahum is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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