Holding steady, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Nain since 1991
Babies named Nain per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Nain's real moment was 2021.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 35 |
| 2000s | 103 |
| 2010s | 85 |
| 2020s | 81 |
Meaning & origin
Nain is a rare American boy's name first recorded in 1991, with a notable uptick in 2021 when it reached its peak rank. In 2025, the name ranked 5,861, with approximately 1 in 113,872 babies given the name. Its trajectory has been stable, showing no dramatic rise or fall in usage. The name may be a modern variant of Nayan, an Indian name meaning 'eye', or an independent invention. Its infrequent use and lack of strong historical or cultural ties make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a very uncommon name.
The name Nain appears to be a modern coinage or variant, possibly derived from the Hindi name Nayan, meaning 'eye', or borrowed from the Irish surname Nain. Its usage in the United States began in 1991, and it has remained rare. The name does not have a long-established history in any particular culture.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Nayan
Sibling names for Nain
Names that share Nain's style, for a brother or sister.
