UK boy's name
Nahshon
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "divinator" or "sorcerer".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1999. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nahshon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Nahshon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1999 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2943, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1998, with 6 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1998 to 1999. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Nahshon. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2000 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nahshon ranked #2943 for boys in England and Wales in 1999, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1998, when 6 boys were registered as Nahshon.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nahshon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2943
1999
Births in 1999
3
Latest year
Peak year
1998
6 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Nahshon mean?
The name Nahshon is of Hebrew origin, derived from the root words "nahash" meaning serpent or bronze, and "on" meaning strength or power. It is believed to have originated during the biblical era, around the time of the Exodus from Egypt, approximately 1300 BCE.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nahshon can be found in the Book of Numbers in the Hebrew Bible, where Nahshon is mentioned as the leader of the tribe of Judah during the Israelites' journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. He was also one of the princes who brought offerings for the dedication of the Tabernacle.
In the Christian New Testament, the name Nahshon appears in the genealogy of Jesus Christ, as recorded in the Gospel of Matthew. This suggests that the name held significance in the early Christian community as well.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Nahshon. One of the earliest was Nahshon ben Aminadab (c. 1300 BCE), the prince of the tribe of Judah during the Exodus. Another prominent individual was Nahshon the Scribe, a Jewish scholar who lived in the 10th century CE and was known for his commentaries on the Talmud.
In more recent times, Nahshon Waxman (1912-1992) was an influential Israeli architect and urban planner who played a significant role in the development of modern Tel Aviv. Nahshon Dion (1957-2022) was a prominent Canadian First Nations actor and activist known for his work in promoting indigenous rights and cultural awareness.
Nahshon Rodrigues Batalha (born 1988) is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who has competed in various MMA promotions, including the UFC. Nahshon Garrett (born 1984) is an American professional basketball player who has played in several European leagues and the NBA G League.
The name Nahshon has maintained its significance across different cultures and time periods, with its origins rooted in the ancient Hebrew language and biblical texts. While its popularity may have waxed and waned over the centuries, it continues to be used as a given name, carrying with it a rich historical and cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nahshon over time
The chart below shows babies named Nahshon registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1998 to 1999. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nahshon, the clearest high point is 1998. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 1999, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nahshon by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nahshon was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #2382 | 9 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Nahshon
- Noah 72,596
- Nathan 46,860
- Nicholas 15,983
- Nathaniel 12,151
- Niall 5,746
- Nicolas 3,825
- Nico 3,532
- Nate 2,029
- Nikodem 1,872
- Noel 1,865
- Ned 1,614
- Neo 1,563
FAQ
Nahshon: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nahshon in the UK right now?
In 1999, Nahshon was ranked #2943 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Nahshon most popular?
The peak year on record was 1998, with 6 babies registered as Nahshon in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nahshon?
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "divinator" or "sorcerer".
How many people are called Nahshon in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Nahshon across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.