Declining since 2007, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Nephi since 1918
Babies named Nephi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 17 |
| 1920s | 29 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 110 |
| 1980s | 109 |
| 1990s | 133 |
| 2000s | 160 |
| 2010s | 104 |
| 2020s | 45 |
Meaning & origin
Nephi is a rare name with strong religious associations. First recorded in the United States in 1918, it saw its peak popularity in 2007, with recent years showing a decline. The name is closely tied to the Latter-day Saint tradition, as it belongs to a prominent prophet in the Book of Mormon. Despite its low usage, Nephi remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with deep spiritual roots. Its rarity means it has no top states of particular popularity, and it has no widely accepted variants or nicknames.
Nephi is a name that appears in the Book of Mormon, a sacred text of the Latter-day Saint movement. Its origin is uncertain; it may be a variant of the Egyptian name Nephi or a creation by Joseph Smith, the founder of Mormonism. The name has been used primarily by members of the LDS Church since the 19th century.
Sibling names for Nephi
Names that share Nephi's style, for a brother or sister.
