Kaniyah
girl name#2957 in 2025Kaniyah entered the US charts in 1996, peaked at #1521 in 2010, ranks #2957 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1996–2025
#2957
rank today
#1521
peak (2010)
56
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #9784 |
| 2000s | #2163 |
| 2010s | #2061 |
| 2020s | #2811 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kaniyah has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Illinois.
Living bearers
About 2,400 people named Kaniyah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kaniyah alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kaniyah in 2025?
- Kaniyah ranks #2957 among US girl names in 2025, with 56 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kaniyah most popular?
- Kaniyah peaked in 2010, reaching #1521 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kaniyah with classmates?
- Kaniyah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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