Nachman is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew word 'nacham,' meaning 'comfort' or 'consolation.' It was a popular given name among Eastern European Jews, particularly in the 19th century. Nachman is also associated with Rabbi Nachman of Breslov, an 18th-century Ukrainian Hasidic rabbi known for his teachings on faith and joy.
The name Nachman experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with periods of higher and lower birth rates. The highest number of births recorded was in 2007 with 29 newborns, while the lowest occurred in 1958 with just 6 births. Since 2003, there has been a consistent increase in the number of babies named Nachman, peaking at 32 births in 2012 and 2014. Overall, between 1958 and 2023, there have been a total of 683 births with the name Nachman.