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Nosson

♂ Boy

Pronounced NOSS-ən /ˈnɑs.ən/High

Meaning: Ashkenazi/Yiddish pronunciation of Nathan — Hebrew Natan, 'he gave; gift'Medium

In 30 seconds: A gift, traditionally: Nosson is the Yiddish Nathan — 'he gave'. Devout, classic, and warm.

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Origin MediumHebrew, Yiddish

MeaningAshkenazi/Yiddish pronunciation of Nathan — Hebrew Natan, 'he gave; gift'

U.S. rank (2025)#4014 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births27 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2012

Total births (all-time)≈ 846

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Nosson comes from Hebrew Natan, 'he gave; gift' (the prophet Nathan) — Nosson is the Ashkenazi/Yiddish pronunciation. A devout, traditional name in Orthodox Jewish communities.

In the U.S. it appears in Orthodox communities. Rare, he-gave at the root, and traditional.

Did you know? Nathan means 'he gave' (or 'gift') in Hebrew (the prophet who counseled David) — Nosson is the Ashkenazi pronunciation, standard in Orthodox communities.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Nathan — Yiddish form

Variations

NathanNatanNasan

Nicknames

Nossi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Nosson mean?

Nosson is the Yiddish Nathan — Hebrew 'he gave; gift'.

How do you pronounce Nosson?

It's said NOSS-ən /ˈnɑs.ən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Nosson a boy or girl name?

Nosson is a boy's name.

How popular is Nosson?

Nosson is a rare name, used in Orthodox communities.