Holding steady, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Nussen since 2007
Babies named Nussen per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Nussen's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 14 |
| 2010s | 67 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Nussen is an exceptionally rare name, first recorded in the United States in 2007. It reached its peak rank of 8,243 in 2025, the same year it was given to approximately 1 in 189,786 babies. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no significant rise or fall in usage. While its origins are debated, the name may derive from Yiddish or Hebrew roots, possibly as a variant of Nusrat. It has not appeared in any top state lists, reflecting its niche appeal. For families seeking a truly unique name with possible Yiddish heritage, Nussen offers a distinct and understated option.
Nussen is a rare name of uncertain origin. It may derive from Yiddish, as a diminutive or variant of names like Nusrat or Nusen, or it could be a transcription of a Hebrew name. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2007 and remains extremely uncommon, with limited historical usage.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Nusen, Nusrat
Sibling names for Nussen
Names that share Nussen's style, for a brother or sister.
