Unisex nameCurrently #4,975 in the USRising
Nation
//ˈneɪʃən//
2 syllablesPeak year: 20206 lettersStarts with N
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Nation's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Nation's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Nation |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 52 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2022 | 41 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 20 |
Nation through the decades
- Nation peaked in 2020, when 52 babies were named Nation in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Nation has risen 159% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Nation currently ranks #4,975 in the US and is on the rise.