Nay
girl nameNay entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #10517 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#10517
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10517 |
| 2010s | #14558 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nay are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nay is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nay in 2025?
- Nay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nay most popular?
- Nay peaked in 1982, reaching #10517 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nay with classmates?
- Nay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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