Rising since 2016, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Nachmen since 2006
Babies named Nachmen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 65 |
| 2020s | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Nachmen is a distinctively rare name, ranking 6,803 in the latest year 2025 with roughly 1 in 142,340 newborns receiving it. Its usage has been rising gradually since 2016, reaching a peak in the recent year of 2023. The name first appeared on record in 2006, suggesting it may be a modern adaptation of the traditional Hebrew name Nachman. Geographically, Nachmen is most popular in the state of New York. While its etymology ties directly to the Hebrew word for comfort, making it a meaningful choice within Jewish communities, its rarity ensures a unique identity for any bearer.
Nachmen is a variant of the Hebrew name Nachman, which derives from the Hebrew word 'nechama' meaning 'comfort' or 'consolation'. It appears in Jewish tradition as a given name, notably associated with the 18th-century Rabbi Nachman of Breslov, though the modern spelling 'Nachmen' likely reflects Yiddish-influenced pronunciation or transliteration. The name has seen rare but consistent use in the United States since the early 21st century.
Where Nachmen is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nach, Meni
Variants: Nachman, Nahman
Sibling names for Nachmen
Names that share Nachmen's style, for a brother or sister.
