UK boy's name
Nassim
An Arabic name meaning breeze or morning wind.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nassim is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Nassim popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3848, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 9 births.
This profile covers 138 England and Wales registrations across 24 recorded years from 1996 to 2020. 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 44% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 137 living people in the UK are called Nassim. 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 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nassim ranked #3848 for boys in England and Wales in 2020, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 9 boys were registered as Nassim.
- • About 137 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nassim as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3848
2020
Births in 2020
4
Latest year
Peak year
1996
9 births
Estimated living
137
2026
Meaning
What does Nassim mean?
The name Nassim has its roots in Arabic, originating from the word "nasim" which means "gentle breeze" or "zephyr." It is a name that evokes feelings of tranquility and serenity, reflecting the soothing qualities of a gentle wind.
This name has been in use among Arabic-speaking communities for centuries, with its earliest recorded instances dating back to the medieval period. It gained popularity across the Middle East and North Africa, where it was often bestowed upon children with the hope that they would grow up to possess the calming and refreshing qualities associated with the name.
In Islamic literature, the name Nassim can be found in various poetic works and religious texts, where it is used as a metaphor to describe the gentle breeze that brings relief from the heat and carries the fragrance of flowers.
One of the earliest documented individuals to bear the name Nassim was Nassim al-Sahili, a renowned Persian poet who lived in the 12th century. His poetry was celebrated for its lyrical beauty and its ability to evoke vivid imagery of nature's wonders.
Another notable figure was Nassim al-Din al-Tusi, a celebrated Persian polymath who lived from 1201 to 1274. He made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy, and his works influenced generations of scholars.
In more recent history, Nassim Nicholas Taleb, a Lebanese-American essayist and scholar, gained recognition for his work on risk analysis and his book "The Black Swan," published in 2007. His unique perspectives on uncertainty and probability have influenced various fields, including finance and decision-making.
Nassim Haramein, an American physicist and researcher, is known for his work on unified field theory and his contributions to the study of the fundamental nature of the universe. His groundbreaking theories have garnered attention from the scientific community and have sparked discussions on the intersection of science and spirituality.
Nassim Soliman, an Egyptian actor and director, has left an indelible mark on the Arabic film industry. Born in 1942, he has appeared in numerous critically acclaimed movies and has been honored with several prestigious awards for his contributions to cinema.
The name Nassim has stood the test of time, carrying with it a sense of calmness and tranquility that has resonated across cultures and generations. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the universal appeal of names that evoke the beauty and serenity of nature.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nassim over time
The chart below shows babies named Nassim registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nassim, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2020, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nassim by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nassim 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3848 | 4 | 1 |
| 2010s | #3542 | 46 | 9 |
| 2000s | #2531 | 57 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1533 | 31 | 4 |
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- 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
Nassim: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nassim in the UK right now?
In 2020, Nassim was ranked #3848 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Nassim most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 9 babies registered as Nassim in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nassim?
An Arabic name meaning breeze or morning wind.
How many people are called Nassim in the UK?
A total of 138 babies have been registered as Nassim across the 24 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.