Nasheena
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "the gentle breeze".
Name Census estimates that about 18 living Americans carry the first name Nasheena. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Nasheena today is around 40 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Nasheena births was 1984 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Nasheena. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Nasheena. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
18
~ 1 in 19,041,908 Americans
Peak year
1984
8 babies that year
Average age
40
years old
1988 SSA rank
#11,310
Tracked since 1984
Popularity
Nasheena: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Nasheena by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Nasheena during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 19 | 19 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Nasheena
The name Nasheena likely originated in South Asia, specifically in the regions of India and Pakistan. Its roots can be traced back to the Sanskrit language, where the word "Nisha" or "Nesha" means night or darkness. The addition of the suffix "-eena" is a common practice in Indian names, often indicating a feminine form or a sense of endearment.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nasheena can be found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was used to refer to the personification of the night or the goddess of darkness. This connection to the nocturnal realm and the mystical qualities associated with it were often celebrated in various mythological tales and folklore.
In the 12th century, a prominent Indian poet and philosopher named Nasheena Begum gained recognition for her contributions to the literary world. Her works explored themes of spirituality, love, and the human experience, and she is regarded as one of the earliest female writers to achieve widespread acclaim in the region.
During the Mughal era in India, which spanned from the 16th to the 19th centuries, the name Nasheena was particularly popular among the nobility and aristocratic circles. One notable figure was Nasheena Banu, a celebrated courtesan and dancer who was renowned for her beauty, grace, and artistic talents.
In the 18th century, a Persian scholar and historian named Nasheena Khan documented the lives and achievements of various rulers and influential figures from the subcontinent. His chronicles provide valuable insights into the cultural and political landscape of that era.
Another significant figure bearing the name Nasheena was an Indian freedom fighter and activist named Nasheena Sultana, who played a pivotal role in the struggle for independence from British colonial rule in the early 20th century. Her unwavering dedication to the cause of liberation and her sacrifices have been etched in the annals of India's history.
Over the centuries, the name Nasheena has transcended borders and cultures, with variations and adaptations emerging in different regions. However, its association with the night, mysticism, and the celebration of feminine grace and strength has remained a consistent thread throughout its history.
People
Nasheena + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Nasheena as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Nasheena: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Nasheena?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 18 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Nasheena going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 19,041,908 US residents.
Is Nasheena a common name?
We classify Nasheena as "Very Rare". It ranks above 38.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 19 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Nasheena most popular?
The single biggest year for Nasheena was 1984, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Nasheena is about 40 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Nasheena in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Nasheena a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Nasheena in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Nasheena still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Nasheena in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Nasheena can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Nasheena?
Find out how many people have the name Nasheena on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.