Rising since 1985, #1,396 for girls today.
Popularity of Nami since 1983
Babies named Nami per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 42 |
| 2000s | 104 |
| 2010s | 296 |
| 2020s | 710 |
Meaning & origin
Nami has been steadily climbing in U.S. popularity since first appearing on the Social Security records in 1983. It reached its peak rank of 1,396 in 2025, with approximately 1 in 10,303 girls receiving the name that year. The name is particularly favored in Hawaii, Indiana, and Virginia, reflecting its multicultural appeal drawn from Japanese origins. Its trajectory has been consistently rising for decades, likely influenced by global pop culture, though the name has authentic Japanese roots extending far beyond modern media.
The name Nami is derived from the Japanese word 波 (nami), meaning 'wave.' It has been used as a feminine given name in Japan for centuries, often appearing in classical literature and modern media. The name gained international recognition through the character Nami from the manga and anime series One Piece, first serialized in 1997.
Where Nami is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Nami” around the world
Where Nami lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
25
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Nami
Names that share Nami's style, for a brother or sister.
