Nahum
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Compassionate
- Origin
- Hebrew
Nahum Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 2,139 baby boys have been named Nahum. The name peaked in 2007 with 85 US births that year (rank #1755). In 2024, ranked #2269 nationally — 514 places below its 2007 peak.
Top States for Nahum
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Nahum births are: Texas (375), California (373), Florida (45).
Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Nahum
If you like Nahum's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →
5-Letter Names Starting with N
Names with Nahum's exact length and starting letter: Naava, Nabil, Nadav, Nader, Nadia.
Quick Facts About Nahum
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Compare Nahum to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Nahum against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).