UK girl's name
Nisreen
A feminine Arabic name meaning "wild rose" or "delicate flower".
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.
Nisreen is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Nisreen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5493, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 3 births.
This profile covers 15 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2001 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 15 living people in the UK are called Nisreen. 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
- • Nisreen ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 3 girls were registered as Nisreen.
- • About 15 living people in the UK are estimated to have Nisreen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5493
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2001
3 births
Estimated living
15
2026
Meaning
What does Nisreen mean?
The name Nisreen has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "nasreen," which means "wild rose" or "flower blooming in the desert." The name is believed to have originated during the Middle Ages, around the 7th to 13th centuries, when Arabic was the dominant language in the Middle East and North Africa.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Nisreen can be found in classical Arabic literature, particularly in poetry and romantic tales. The name was often used as a metaphor for beauty, grace, and resilience, much like the wild rose that blooms in the harsh desert environment.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Nisreen. One of the earliest examples is Nisreen bint Al-Hasan, a 9th-century Arab princess from the Abbasid dynasty, known for her intelligence and literary talents.
In the 12th century, Nisreen Al-Andalusiyyah was a renowned Andalusian poet and writer from the Iberian Peninsula. Her poetry celebrated love, nature, and the beauty of the Arabic language.
During the 20th century, Nisreen Mustafa (1925-2019) was a prominent Lebanese author and activist who advocated for women's rights and social justice. Her novels and short stories explored issues of identity, family dynamics, and the challenges faced by women in the Arab world.
Another notable figure is Nisreen Habib (born 1966), a Palestinian-American scholar and activist. She is known for her work on human rights, particularly in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and has authored several books on the subject.
Nisreen El-Amin (born 1977) is a contemporary Egyptian journalist and television presenter. She has covered major events in the Middle East and has become a recognizable face in the Arab media landscape.
While the name Nisreen has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has gained popularity worldwide, transcending linguistic and cultural boundaries. Its beautiful meaning and historical significance have contributed to its enduring appeal across generations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Nisreen over time
The chart below shows babies named Nisreen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 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 Nisreen, the clearest high point is 2001. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Nisreen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Nisreen 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 | #5493 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5803 | 6 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4777 | 6 | 2 |
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- Natalie 10,885
- Nevaeh 7,869
- Nina 7,285
- Neve 7,180
- Natalia 7,099
- Nadia 6,032
- Nicola 4,927
FAQ
Nisreen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Nisreen in the UK right now?
In 2020, Nisreen was ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Nisreen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 3 babies registered as Nisreen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Nisreen?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "wild rose" or "delicate flower".
How many people are called Nisreen in the UK?
A total of 15 babies have been registered as Nisreen 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.