How popular is the name Nala in 2025?

Nala ranks #856 among US girl names in 2025, with 317 babies given the name.

When was the name Nala most popular?

Nala peaked in 2019, reaching #675 among US girl names.

Nala will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name#856 in 2025

Nala entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #675 in 2019, ranks #856 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.

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rank today

#675

peak (2019)

317

babies in 2025

falling

a name gently stepping back from its peak

Over the last decade, Nala has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.

About 6,100 people named Nala are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Nala is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Nala in 2025?: Nala ranks #856 among US girl names in 2025, with 317 babies given the name.
When was the name Nala most popular?: Nala peaked in 2019, reaching #675 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Nala with classmates?: Nala will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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