Niamh
girl name#3517 in 2025Niamh entered the US charts in 1969, peaked at #2304 in 2001, ranks #3517 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1969–2025
#3517
rank today
#2304
peak (2001)
43
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #7471 |
| 1980s | #6884 |
| 1990s | #5004 |
| 2000s | #2645 |
| 2010s | #3542 |
| 2020s | #3856 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Niamh has been most popular in NY, MA, CA.
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Niamh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Niamh alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Niamh in 2025?
- Niamh ranks #3517 among US girl names in 2025, with 43 babies given the name.
- When was the name Niamh most popular?
- Niamh peaked in 2001, reaching #2304 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Niamh with classmates?
- Niamh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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