UK girl's name
Nisma
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "gentle breeze".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Nisma is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nisma popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5765, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2017 to 2017. 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.
Nisma is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Nisma. 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 2018 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Nisma ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 3 girls were registered as Nisma.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nisma as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5765
2017
Births in 2017
3
Latest year
Peak year
2017
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Nisma mean?
The name Nisma originates from the Arabic language and culture, with its roots dating back to the 7th century AD. It is derived from the Arabic word "nism," which means "breeze" or "gentle wind." The name is believed to have been chosen for its association with the serene and calming nature of a gentle breeze.
In the early Islamic era, the name Nisma was particularly popular among Arab families, as it carried a poetic and romantic connotation. It was often used as a symbol of beauty, grace, and gentleness. The name's first recorded appearance can be traced back to the 8th century, when it was mentioned in several Arabic literary works and historical records.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Nisma. One of the earliest examples is Nisma bint Abi Bakr (662-720 AD), a renowned Islamic scholar and the daughter of the first Caliph, Abu Bakr. She was highly respected for her knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence and her contributions to the preservation of Prophetic traditions.
Another prominent figure was Nisma al-Andalusiyya (960-1025 AD), a celebrated Andalusian poet and literary figure. Her works were widely acclaimed for their lyrical beauty and deeply emotional expressions. She was a prominent figure in the cultural renaissance that flourished in medieval Iberia.
In the 12th century, Nisma al-Dimashqiyya (1130-1209 AD) was a renowned Syrian scholar and poet. She was highly regarded for her expertise in Arabic language, literature, and Islamic sciences. Her works were widely read and studied in the intellectual circles of the time.
During the 14th century, Nisma bint al-Hasan al-Qurashi (1325-1390 AD) was a prominent Sufi mystic and spiritual leader. She was celebrated for her profound wisdom, devotion, and influential teachings on the spiritual path of Sufism.
In more recent times, Nisma al-Manadhirah (1920-2005) was a famous Kuwaiti poet and author. Her poetic works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and societal issues, were widely celebrated and earned her numerous literary awards and accolades.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals who have borne the name Nisma throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields, from literature and poetry to scholarship and spirituality.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Nisma by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nisma 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 | #5765 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Nisma: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nisma in the UK right now?
In 2017, Nisma was ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Nisma most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 3 babies registered as Nisma in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nisma?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "gentle breeze".
How many people are called Nisma in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Nisma across the 1 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.