US Popularity:19680
Origin:Korean
Meaning:South
Nam is a masculine name of Korean origin, meaning "south." This lovely choice for baby derives from the Uiryeong Nam clan and its founder Nam Min. After earning citizenship in South Korea, he was given the family name Nam after his southern hometown in Runan County, China. Blessed with this name, baby Nam will navigate their path with confidence and determination.
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Nam Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Nam is currently #19680 in U.S. births
Boy:Nam is currently #9437 in U.S. births

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Year:
2023
#9437
in 2023
+ 4280
from 2022
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