UK girl's name
Nasima
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "a gentle breeze".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nasima is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nasima popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5545, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 15 births.
This profile covers 72 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 1996 to 2008. 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 20% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 71 living people in the UK are called Nasima. 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 2009 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nasima ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 15 girls were registered as Nasima.
- • About 71 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nasima as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5545
2008
Births in 2008
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
15 births
Estimated living
71
2026
Meaning
What does Nasima mean?
The name Nasima originates from the Persian language and is derived from the word "nasim," meaning "gentle breeze" or "soft wind." Its roots can be traced back to ancient Persia, which encompassed the regions of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia.
The earliest recorded use of the name Nasima can be found in Persian literature and poetry from the 9th and 10th centuries AD. During this time, the name was often used as a metaphor to describe the beauty and grace of beloved women, likening them to a gentle breeze that caresses the soul.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Nasima was a Persian princess who lived during the reign of the Samanid dynasty in the 10th century AD. She was renowned for her kindness and compassion towards her subjects.
In the 12th century, Nasima Khatun, a renowned poet and scholar from the Persian city of Nishapur, gained recognition for her literary works and contributions to the development of the Persian language.
During the Mughal Empire in the 16th century, Nasima Begum, the daughter of Emperor Akbar, was celebrated for her wisdom and philanthropic endeavors. She established several schools and institutions dedicated to the education of women.
In the 19th century, Nasima Shahin was a prominent Turkish feminist and journalist who advocated for women's rights and education. She played a pivotal role in the Ottoman women's movement and is remembered for her pioneering efforts.
Nasima Iqbal, born in 1919 in British India (now Pakistan), was a renowned writer and activist who fought for the rights of women and children. She dedicated her life to promoting education and empowerment for marginalized communities.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Nasima throughout history, each leaving their mark on the cultures and societies they belonged to.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nasima over time
The chart below shows babies named Nasima registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2008. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nasima, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2008, compared with 15 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nasima by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nasima 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3449 | 35 | 7 |
| 1990s | #1978 | 37 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Nasima
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- Nicole 19,687
- Natasha 15,578
- Nancy 12,607
- Naomi 12,199
- Natalie 10,885
- Nevaeh 7,869
- Nina 7,285
- Neve 7,180
- Natalia 7,099
- Nadia 6,032
- Nicola 4,927
FAQ
Nasima: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nasima in the UK right now?
In 2008, Nasima was ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Nasima most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 15 babies registered as Nasima in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nasima?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "a gentle breeze".
How many people are called Nasima in the UK?
A total of 72 babies have been registered as Nasima across the 11 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.