Nachman
Nachman is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Comforter or consoler.
Origin and history
Nachman is a traditional Hebrew masculine name meaning 'comforter' or 'consoler'. It is historically prominent in Jewish tradition, particularly through revered Rabbinic figures. In the United States, it remains a distinct, moderately used name within Jewish communities.
Popularity in the United States
743 babies in the United States have been named Nachman since 1880. It ranks #3933 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1766.
States where it is most popular
- NY (93.9 %)
- NJ (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 37 |
| 1980-1990 | 51 |
| 1990-2000 | 88 |
| 2000-2010 | 169 |
| 2010-2019 | 226 |
| 2020-2029 | 161 |
Famous people named Nachman
- Nachman Shai: politician, journalist
- Nachman Kahana: rabbi, author
Fun facts
- Rabbi Nachman of Breslov was a major 18th-century Hasidic leader and founder of the Breslov Hasidic dynasty.
- The name shares its Hebrew verbal root (n-ch-m) with other biblical names such as Nehemiah and Menachem.