Declining since 2008, #4,139 for boys today.
Popularity of Nery since 1961
Babies named Nery per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 0 |
| 1970s | 17 | 8 |
| 1980s | 63 | 111 |
| 1990s | 88 | 212 |
| 2000s | 76 | 685 |
| 2010s | 18 | 390 |
| 2020s | 20 | 157 |
Meaning & origin
Since first appearing in U.S. records in 1979, Nery has seen modest use, reaching its peak rank of 4,139 in 2007. Over the past two decades, its popularity has declined, dropping steadily since 2008. In 2025, the name was given to roughly 1 in every 68,323 boys, placing it well outside the top 1,000. The name remains rare and has not been recorded in any state's top ranks. Its origins as a Spanish variant of Nereo give it a mythological and aquatic character, appealing to parents seeking an uncommon yet familiar-sounding name tied to Hispanic heritage.
Nery is likely a Spanish and Portuguese short form or variant of Nereo, which derives from the Greek Nereus, the ancient sea god who fathered the Nereids (sea nymphs). The name has been used in Hispanic cultures since the mid-20th century, possibly influenced by the popularity of saints' names such as Saint Nereus, an early Christian martyr. Its rise in the United States began in the late 1970s and peaked in the 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ner
Variants: Nereo, Nereus, Nerio
Sibling names for Nery
Names that share Nery's style, for a brother or sister.
