Holding steady, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Nachum since 1967
Babies named Nachum per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 62 |
| 2010s | 84 |
| 2020s | 60 |
Meaning & origin
Nachum is a name with deep biblical roots that remains true to its Hebrew origin. It is a classic Jewish name that has seen consistent but low-level use in the United States since the 1960s, first recorded in 1967. Its highest level of popularity came in 1989, its peak year, but overall the name has maintained a stable, niche presence among families seeking traditional Hebrew names. With a rank of 8,243 in 2025 and a frequency of roughly 1 in 189,786 births, Nachum is a distinctive choice that carries the comforting meaning 'consolation.' While it has not ranked in any top state lists, it continues to be used within communities that value its biblical heritage.
Nachum is a Hebrew name derived from the root נחם (n-ch-m), meaning 'to comfort' or 'to console.' It appears in the Bible as a minor figure, Nahum the Elkoshite. The name has been used in Jewish communities for centuries, often associated with the prophet Nahum, whose book prophesies the fall of Nineveh.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nach, Nachi
Variants: Nahum
Sibling names for Nachum
Names that share Nachum's style, for a brother or sister.
