Nia
girl name#702 in 2025Nia entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #307 in 2000, ranks #702 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1951–2025
#702
rank today
#307
peak (2000)
403
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4955 |
| 1960s | #3865 |
| 1970s | #1692 |
| 1980s | #1199 |
| 1990s | #526 |
| 2000s | #377 |
| 2010s | #476 |
| 2020s | #614 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nia has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 25,000 people named Nia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nia alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nia in 2025?
- Nia ranks #702 among US girl names in 2025, with 403 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nia most popular?
- Nia peaked in 2000, reaching #307 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nia with classmates?
- Nia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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