Nash is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #3684 in 2025 with 5 recorded births. This places Nash in the bottom 40% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 1998 with 10 births ranking #1263. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 54,387 boys born was named Nash. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Nash is a short surname-style name with roots in an old phrase meaning by the ash tree. Its crisp sound is a big part of its modern appeal.
The name grew from surname use into first-name use, especially in recent decades. It fits the current taste for brief, strong names with a clean finish.