Nigil
boy nameNigil entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #5109 in 1994, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1989–2025
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rank today
#5109
peak (1994)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7905 |
| 1990s | #7137 |
| 2000s | #10186 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nigil are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nigil alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nigil in 2025?
- Nigil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nigil most popular?
- Nigil peaked in 1994, reaching #5109 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nigil with classmates?
- Nigil will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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