Nation
Boy nameNation has been given to 499 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It peaked in 2020. In 2025, about 1 in 77,640 boys was named Nation.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
499
Peak year
2020 (52 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1997
10-year trend
▲ +123%
Gender split
15% girls / 85% boys
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nation.
Sibling name ideas for Nation
Same era and popularity as Nation, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nation?
Nation has been given to 499 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nation peak?
Nation peaked in 2020, when 52 babies were given the name.
Is Nation a girl or boy name?
Nation is primarily a boy name (85% of babies named Nation are boys).
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