How Many People Are Named Nuno?
Complete statistics for the name Nuno: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Nuno, a very rare male name, only 120 people in the US today share it, making up just 1 in 2,752,651 Americans. Its peak popularity was in 1981 with 10 births, and it's remained stable since then, a modern choice for newer generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 1 symbolizes leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 35All 126 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: 1981Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Nuno Through the Generations
Nuno, a name with Portuguese origins, has seen steady usage in the United States since its peak in 1981. With only 126 total births recorded throughout history, it's clear that Nuno remains a niche choice. The current estimate of 120 living individuals named Nuno suggests a stable trend, with most being adults aged between 30 and 60, indicating a generation that embraced this name during its brief period of popularity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Nuno
Nuno is a Portuguese male name, derived either from Latin nunnus 'grandfather' or nonnus 'chamberlain, squire'. It is quite popular in the Portuguese-speaking countries and communities. Its Spanish equivalent is Nuño. There is also a female variant in both Portuguese and Spanish: Nuna and Nuña respectively.…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Nuno's Portuguese roots
📄 About the Name Nuno
How Many People Have the Name Nuno?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6,334 people in the United States currently share the name Nuno. That works out to roughly 1 in every 52,329 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Nuno a Common or Rare Name?
Nuno is classified as 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 Nuno Mean?
Nuno means "Portuguese origin, meaning 'protector'" and comes from Portuguese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 1.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Nuno in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Nuno Most Popular?
The name Nuno reached peak popularity in 1981, with 10 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 Nuno?
Approximately 6,334 people named Nuno live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 6,334. That works out to roughly 1 in 52,329 Americans.
Is Nuno a rare name?
Nuno is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 52,329 Americans has this name.
What does the name Nuno mean?
Nuno means "Portuguese origin, meaning 'protector'" and comes from Portuguese origins.
Is Nuno more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Nuno are male and 0% are female.
When was Nuno most popular?
Nuno peaked in 1981 with 10 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.