Holding steady.
Popularity of Nimsi since 1993
Babies named Nimsi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 83 |
| 2010s | 44 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Nimsi is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1993. It has never ranked among the top baby names and its usage has remained stable with very low frequency. Its peak year was 2008, though even then it was given to only a handful of babies. The name's origins are unclear; it may be a creative respelling of Nimsy, which itself is a diminutive of names like Nimue or a simple invention. With no clear etymology, Nimsi remains an obscure choice, appealing to parents seeking a truly unique sound. It has not been recorded in any top states, and its trajectory has been flat, suggesting it has never entered wider usage.
Nimsi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993. It may be a modern creative respelling of Nimsy, perhaps influenced by the name Nimue from Arthurian legend, or a simple invented name. Its usage has remained extremely rare and stable, with no clear historical or linguistic derivation.
Sibling names for Nimsi
Names that share Nimsi's style, for a brother or sister.
