Nissen
Pronunciation: [ n-IHS-uhn ]
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Nissen first appeared in US Social Security records in 2008.
Over 17 babies have been named Nissen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nissen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,060 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #32,060
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nissen
Nissen is a boy name .
Nissen is currently ranked #32,060 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nissen include Nis, Niss, Nissy, Nissie, Niy, Niie, and Niskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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