Nash Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nash is a name of Old English origin, meaning 'ash tree'. It evolved from the Old English term 'æsc' and has remained relatively consistent in form. The name is associated with nature and has gained popularity as a given name since the 19th century, reflecting positive traits of uniqueness and creativity. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nash"
Pronunciation
/næʃ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Nash is derived from the Old English term 'æsc', which means 'ash tree'. It was originally a surname denoting someone who lived near an ash tree.
Meaning
ash tree
Language Evolution
Æsc, Nash, Nash
Historical Usage
The name Nash began to gain popularity as a given name in the 19th century, although it has been used as a surname for much longer.
Variants & Derivatives
Nashley, Nashan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nash is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Nash Grier, John Nash, Nash Bridges
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,607 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 49 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nash"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Nash"
"Nash" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2282nd of 7545 | 206 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2159th of 6773 | 218 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2487th of 7552 | 205 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2996th of 10718 | 183 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1665th of 16616 | 728 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 727th of 24088 | 4,387 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 277th of 23106 | 15,149 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19733rd of 27321 | 18 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10080th of 30306 | 117 |
Regional Popularity of "Nash" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
81.45% 1927th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
50.20% 1393rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.19% 1702nd/3685 |
50.61% 2265th/4475 |
44.86% 2330th/5194 |
28.46% 1798th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
12.46% 571st/4582 |
20.57% 1062nd/5164 |
11.80% 863rd/7313 |
8.91% 665th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.59% 183rd/3984 |
8.47% 380th/4487 |
4.69% 320th/6822 |
5.02% 315th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Nash" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nash"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nash" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nash" in the United States
The name Nash is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nash has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Nash' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2282nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2159th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2487th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2996th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1665th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 727th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 277th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19733rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10080th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nash' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.