Nosson
Nosson is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
He gave or gift.
Origin and history
Nosson is the Yiddish and Ashkenazi Hebrew variant of the biblical name Nathan. It derives from the Hebrew verb meaning 'he gave' or 'gift'. In the United States, it is primarily used within observant Jewish communities.
Popularity in the United States
849 babies in the United States have been named Nosson since 1880. It ranks #3828 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1752.
States where it is most popular
- NJ (53.3 %)
- NY (46.7 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 36 |
| 1990-2000 | 84 |
| 2000-2010 | 175 |
| 2010-2019 | 379 |
| 2020-2029 | 175 |
Famous people named Nosson
- Nosson Scherman: Rabbi, Author
Fun facts
- Nosson reflects the Ashkenazi Hebrew pronunciation of the biblical name Nathan.
- It shares its root with the prophet Nathan, known for advising King David.