How Many People Are Named Nenad?

Complete statistics for the name Nenad: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Nenad
Very Rare
Serbian

Nenad means 'protector' in Serbian, making it a name rich in significance. Only 40 people named Nenad live in the US today, which means just 1 in 8,332,988 Americans share this rare moniker. The name peaked in popularity in 1979 with 9 births, showing its stable presence over decades.

~40
Living in US
1 in 8,332,988
Americans
1979
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Protector
🌐
Origin
Serbian
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Protective Steadfast Determined
2
Life Path Number

Life-path number 2 symbolizes harmony, balance, and cooperation.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

76,464
Worldwide Bearers
#12,853
Global Rank
🇷🇸 Serbia
43,875
🇭🇷 Croatia
12,806
🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
7,593
🇲🇪 Montenegro
1,479
🇸🇮 Slovenia
1,362
🇦🇹 Austria
1,253
🇽🇰 Kosovo
1,173
🇺🇸 United States
1,013
🇩🇪 Germany
865
🇨🇦 Canada
755

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
40 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 46
5
Would be under 30 (12%)
38
Would be 30–60 (88%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 43 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1979

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
40
Classic Feel
32
Modern Appeal
68
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Nenad Through the Generations

Nenad, a name that carries the weight of protection and guardianship, has seen a steady presence in the United States since the late 20th century. With only 43 recorded births throughout history, it's clear that Nenad remains a very rare choice. The majority of those named Nenad are now in their mid-40s, indicating a generation born around the peak year of 1979. Today, the name's bearers are evenly distributed across different age groups, with 12% under 30 and 88% aged between 30 and 60, reflecting a balanced demographic that doesn't show any significant trends towards younger or older populations.

✨ Similar Names to Nenad

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nenad's Serbian roots

📄 About the Name Nenad

How Many People Have the Name Nenad?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 40 people in the United States currently share the name Nenad. That works out to roughly 1 in every 8,332,988 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Nenad a Common or Rare Name?

Nenad is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Nenad Mean?

Nenad means "protector" and comes from Serbian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Nenad in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Nenad Most Popular?

The name Nenad reached peak popularity in 1979, with 9 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Nenad?

Approximately 40 people named Nenad live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 43. That works out to roughly 1 in 8,332,988 Americans.

Is Nenad a rare name?

Nenad is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 8,332,988 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nenad mean?

Nenad means "protector" and comes from Serbian origins.

Is Nenad more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Nenad are male and 0% are female.

When was Nenad most popular?

Nenad peaked in 1979 with 9 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US40
All-Time Births43
1 in X1 in 8,332,988
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age46
Peak Year1979
World Rank#12,853
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.