Nissan
boy nameNissan entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #5452 in 1994, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#5452
peak (1994)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6385 |
| 1990s | #6354 |
| 2000s | #12553 |
| 2010s | #11118 |
| 2020s | #9408 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nissan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nissan alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nissan in 2025?
- Nissan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nissan most popular?
- Nissan peaked in 1994, reaching #5452 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nissan with classmates?
- Nissan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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