N
NamyLab

Nas

male
Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"People"

Nas functions as a short form in multiple contexts, including Arabic roots for people and contemporary abbreviated naming styles.

Themes:shortformarabicmodern
UniqueRare

Fact-checked by Lily Anderson

M.F.A. Creative Writing, Sarah LawrencePublished NovelistName Collection Curator • Creative Names Editor

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Nas

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#6691Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Selected Year Rank
Unranked

Nas did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
--

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Nas Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Nas.

8 ideas
nasie
Nickname
nasy
Nickname
naso
Nickname
na
Nickname
nie
Nickname
ny
Nickname
nnie
Nickname
no
Nickname

Similar Names to Nas

male

Anthony

AN-thuh-nee

“Priceless; Invaluable”

#44
|Latin
male

Andrew

AN-droo

“Manly; Strong”

#68
|Greek
male

Alexander

al-ig-ZAN-der

“Defender of Men”

#27
|Greek
male

Austin

AW-stun

“Great, Venerable”

#107
|Latin
male

Allen

“Handsome; Harmonious”

#573
|Celtic
male

Alvin

“Noble Friend”

#791
|English
male

Arnold

“Eagle Power”

#1681
|Germanic
male

Andy

“Manly; Brave”

#488
|Greek
male

Ashton

“Ash Tree Town”

#188
|English
male

Avery

AY-vuh-ree

“Ruler of Elves”

#259
|French

Baby Name Lists That Include Nas

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Nas, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

12 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Nas mean?
Nas means "People". Nas functions as a short form in multiple contexts, including Arabic roots for people and contemporary abbreviated namin
What is the origin of Nas?
Nas is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Nas?
According to the latest SSA data, Nas is currently ranked #6691 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Nas a boy name?
Nas is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Nas?
Popular nicknames for Nas include nasie, nasy, naso, na, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Nas?
There are many names similar to Nas in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic, English
Syllables1
Length3 letters
US Rank#6691
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withN

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Boy Names Like Nas

Nas has Arabic roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Arabic baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Nas appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Unique Baby Names and Arabic Baby Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Traditional English Names and Names That Mean Miracle And Blessing for Boys and Girls.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Nas pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Nas beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.