Modell vs Nam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Modell

Boy #9,163 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Pattern; model; example"

Origin: German

Cultural Roots

German Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9,163
Total SSA Count
9
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mo, Dell

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Modell Rank #9,163
Nam Rank #9,168

Modell is more popular, ranked #9163 vs #9168 for Nam.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Modell ___

  • Modell Arthur
  • Modell Lewis
  • Modell Samuel
  • Modell Eugene

Nam ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Nam

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Modell or Nam more popular?

Modell is more popular, ranked #9163 compared to Nam at #9168 in the United States.

What do Modell and Nam mean?

Modell means "Pattern; model; example" (German origin).

Are Modell and Nam boy or girl names?

Modell is primarily a boy name. Nam is primarily a boy name.

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