Nas
Boy nameNas has been given to 253 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It peaked in 2020. In 2025, about 1 in 85,404 boys was named Nas.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
253
Peak year
2020 (31 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1997
10-year trend
▲ +25%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nas — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nas.
Sibling name ideas for Nas
Same era and popularity as Nas, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nas?
Nas has been given to 253 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nas peak?
Nas peaked in 2020, when 31 babies were given the name.
Is Nas a girl or boy name?
Nas is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nas are boys).
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