Nesbit, of Anglo-Saxon origin, is a unique and distinctive given name for males. It is derived from the Old English words 'nes' meaning 'nose', and 'beorht' signifying 'bright'. Historically, Nesbit was used as a surname before evolving into a first name in more recent times.
The name Nesbit experienced peaks and valleys in popularity between 1916 and 1951, with notable years being 1919 and 1921 when it was given to 8 newborns each year. However, the name's overall prevalence was relatively low throughout this period, with a total of only 62 births recorded over these decades.