US Popularity:17488
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Comforter
Of Hebrew origin, Nachum is a boy's name meaning "comforter." It's the name of a minor Hebrew prophet in the Old Testament who wrote the book of Nahum. This name honors Jewish heritage and tradition in a strong and noble way and is used mainly in Jewish communities, especially among those who speak Yiddish and Hebrew. With its rich history and meaningful connotation, it reflects kindness and compassion, and faith. If you're looking to inspire your little one to be a supportive and caring person in a distinct way, Nachum is a great fit.

Nachum Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Nachum is currently #17488 in U.S. births
Boy:Nachum is currently #6126 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#17488
in 2022
- 3210
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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