Niger
boy nameNiger entered the US charts in 1994, peaked at #7770 in 1994, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1994–2025
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rank today
#7770
peak (1994)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7770 |
| 2000s | #10556 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Niger are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Niger alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Niger in 2025?
- Niger is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Niger most popular?
- Niger peaked in 1994, reaching #7770 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Niger with classmates?
- Niger will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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