Nakila
girl nameNakila entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #9015 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#9015
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #9652 |
| 1980s | #9015 |
| 1990s | #13147 |
| 2000s | #15784 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nakila are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nakila alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nakila in 2025?
- Nakila is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nakila most popular?
- Nakila peaked in 1983, reaching #9015 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nakila with classmates?
- Nakila will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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