Nissan
Pronunciation: [ n-EES-ahn ]
Nissan is a girl baby name. Ranked #58,056 in the US, popular nicknames include Nis, Niy, and Nisie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Nissan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 5 babies have been named Nissan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nissan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #58,056 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #58,056
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nissan is also used as a boy name, ranked #21630.
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About the Name Nissan
Nissan is a girl name .
Is Nissan a boy or girl name? Nissan is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #58,056 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #21,630. Nissan is more commonly used as a boy name.
Nissan is currently ranked #58,056 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nissan include Nis, Niy, Nisie, and Nissie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nissan include Nissi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis