Nain is a unique and distinctive given name of Hebrew origin, signifying "grace" or "beauty." It is derived from the Hebrew word "No'am," which means charm or loveliness. While it's more commonly associated with male namesakes in Jewish culture, such as Nain ben David, a leading scholar during the Talmudic era, the name Nain can also be used for females, reflecting its universal meaning of grace and beauty. In Hebrew, the name is written as "נִַיִן.
The name Nain experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable spike in recent times. While it was quite common between 2007 and 2015 (averaging around 15 births per year), it seems to have been less popular during the late 90s and early 2000s (ranging from 5 to 12 births annually). There's also a recent resurgence, with 21 births recorded in 2021. Overall, there were a total of 271 births bearing this name since 1991.