UK girl's name
Nesrin
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "wild rose" or "fragrant flower".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nesrin is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nesrin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5591, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 4 births.
This profile covers 17 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2010 to 2019. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 17 living people in the UK are called Nesrin. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nesrin ranked #5591 for girls in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 4 girls were registered as Nesrin.
- • About 17 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nesrin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5591
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
4 births
Estimated living
17
2026
Meaning
What does Nesrin mean?
The name Nesrin is of Persian origin, derived from the word "Nasrin" meaning "wild rose" or "flower of joy." It is a feminine name that has been in use for centuries in various regions of the Middle East and Central Asia.
The earliest recorded use of the name Nesrin can be traced back to ancient Persian literature and poetry. In the 11th century, the celebrated Persian poet Ferdowsi mentioned the name in his epic masterpiece, the Shahnameh, which is considered one of the most significant works of Persian literature.
Throughout history, the name Nesrin has been associated with beauty, grace, and elegance. In the 13th century, the famous Persian poet Rumi wrote several poems praising the beauty of a woman named Nesrin, further solidifying the name's connection to feminine charm and radiance.
One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Nesrin was Nesrin Banu, a princess from the Seljuk Empire in the 12th century. She was known for her intelligence, education, and patronage of the arts and sciences.
Another notable figure named Nesrin was Nesrin Sipahi, a Turkish feminist activist and writer who lived in the early 20th century. She was a prominent figure in the women's rights movement in Turkey and worked tirelessly to promote gender equality and women's education.
In the realm of literature, the name Nesrin has been associated with several distinguished authors and poets. Nesrin Ertas, a contemporary Turkish writer and journalist, has gained recognition for her novels and short stories exploring themes of identity, love, and societal issues.
Nesrin Kazaz, a Turkish-American author and academic, has made significant contributions to the field of comparative literature and has published numerous works on literary theory and cultural studies.
The name Nesrin has also been prominent in the world of music. Nesrin Sipahi, a renowned Turkish singer and composer, is celebrated for her contributions to traditional Turkish music and her efforts in preserving and promoting the country's rich musical heritage.
Overall, the name Nesrin has a rich history and cultural significance, particularly in the Persian and Turkish traditions. It has been associated with beauty, grace, and artistic expression throughout the centuries, and continues to be a popular choice for parents seeking a name with a strong historical and cultural resonance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nesrin over time
The chart below shows babies named Nesrin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Nesrin, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nesrin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nesrin 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5329 | 17 | 5 |
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FAQ
Nesrin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nesrin in the UK right now?
In 2019, Nesrin was ranked #5591 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Nesrin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 4 babies registered as Nesrin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nesrin?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "wild rose" or "fragrant flower".
How many people are called Nesrin in the UK?
A total of 17 babies have been registered as Nesrin across the 5 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.