Nina sits comfortably in the UK charts at #160 in 2024 — recognisable but not overwhelming. Your child may occasionally share their name.
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UK Rank 2024
#160
US Rank #321
About the Name Nina
Nina is holding steady in the rankings at #160. It reached its peak of #137 in 2021 and has maintained consistent levels since — the hallmark of a name with lasting rather than trend-driven appeal. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.
Nina is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it sits at #321 — notably more popular in the UK than across the Atlantic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Nina
Unlikely. With around 315 UK babies named Nina per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Nina in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Nina has held a stable position around #160 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #137 in 2021 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
Nina is more popular in the UK (#160) than in the US (#321). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.
Notable people named Nina include: Nina Conti — Nina Margarita Conti is a British actress, comedian, and ventriloquist.; Nina Yevteyeva — Nina Aleksandrovna Yevteyeva is a Russian short track speed skater.; Nina Agdal — Nina Brohus Agdal Paul is a Danish model..
Nina appears in the US top 500 at #321 in 2024 — moderately popular in America, though less so than in the UK.
315
UK babies named Nina (2024)
~0.0
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.2
In a school of 600
↓ 15 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Nina
Likely around 1 other Nina in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2024)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
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