Nebraska is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin. It is derived from the name of the U.S. state Nebraska, which was adopted by the state's legislature in 1854. The name "Nebraska" itself is believed to originate from the Otoe Indian words "Ní Btháska," meaning "flat water." This refers to the Platte River, a major river that flows through the state and was known for its flat waters.
The use of Nebraska as a given name appears to have started in the late 19th century. While it is not one of the most popular names, it has been used occasionally throughout the years. According to data from the Social Security Administration, Nebraska was given to fewer than five baby girls and fewer than five baby boys each year in the United States between 2000 and 2019.
Despite its rarity as a given name, Nebraska holds significant historical and geographical importance as the name of a state. It is also unique and distinctive, offering parents who choose this name for their child a chance to give them something special that ties them to American history and geography.
The statistics provided show the number of births with the name Nebraska in the United States from 1914 to 1954. During this period, there were a total of 43 babies named Nebraska. The years with the highest number of births were 1927 and 1930, each with 6 occurrences. The years with the lowest number of births were most years, with only 5 occurrences each. Notably, there were no reported births with the name Nebraska in any other years between 1914 and 1954 besides those listed. This data provides insight into the historic usage of the name Nebraska in the United States during this time period.