Nami
Nami first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2025, when 156 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Nami popular?
Rising Nami has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 710 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 296 | |
| 2000s | 104 | |
| 1990s | 42 | |
| 1980s | 20 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Nami mean?
From the Japanese word nami (波) meaning 'wave'. Depending on the kanji used it can also carry other senses, but the 'wave' reading is standard.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nami mean?
Nami means Wave. From the Japanese word nami (波) meaning 'wave'. Depending on the kanji used it can also carry other senses, but the 'wave' reading is standard.
What is the origin of the name Nami?
Nami is of japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Nami?
Nami is pronounced “NAH-mee.”
Is Nami a boy or a girl name?
Nami is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Nami a popular name right now?
Nami has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Nami?
In 2025, Nami ranked #1404 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Nami most popular?
Nami was most popular in 2025, when about 156 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Nami?
Names similar to Nami include Akari, Sakura, Aiko, Yumi, Yuki.
What names go well with Nami?
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