Niela
girl nameNiela entered the US charts in 1992, peaked at #11417 in 2006, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1992–2025
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rank today
#11417
peak (2006)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #11738 |
| 2000s | #14327 |
| 2010s | #15159 |
| 2020s | #14647 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Niela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Niela 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 Niela in 2025?
- Niela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Niela most popular?
- Niela peaked in 2006, reaching #11417 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Niela with classmates?
- Niela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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