Nekia
boy nameNekia entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #2540 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#2540
peak (1975)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3914 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nekia are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nekia alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nekia in 2025?
- Nekia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nekia most popular?
- Nekia peaked in 1975, reaching #2540 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nekia with classmates?
- Nekia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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