Nash
Nash is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
At the ash tree.
Origin and history
Nash is an English name originally derived from a Middle English surname meaning 'at the ash tree'. Traditionally used as a surname, it gained popularity as a masculine given name in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. In the U.S., it has seen a notable surge in usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
22,439 babies in the United States have been named Nash since 1880. It ranks #782 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #239.
States where it is most popular
- TX (7.7 %)
- CA (7.2 %)
- OH (5.9 %)
- UT (4.6 %)
- PA (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 84 |
| 1920-1930 | 158 |
| 1930-1940 | 114 |
| 1940-1950 | 115 |
| 1950-1960 | 112 |
| 1960-1970 | 62 |
| 1970-1980 | 145 |
| 1980-1990 | 292 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,072 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,376 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,256 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,653 |
Famous people named Nash
- Nash Grier: Internet Personality, Actor
Fun facts
- The name originated from the Middle English phrase 'atten ash', which morphed over time into 'at the Nash'.
- Nash has seen a significant increase in U.S. popularity since 2020, rising inside the top 250 names for boys.