Nihal
girl name#8362 in 2025Nihal entered the US charts in 1998, peaked at #5622 in 2016, ranks #8362 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1998–2025
#8362
rank today
#5622
peak (2016)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #12426 |
| 2000s | #13704 |
| 2010s | #8989 |
| 2020s | #8823 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nihal has been most popular in MN.
Living bearers
About 200 people named Nihal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nihal is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nihal in 2025?
- Nihal ranks #8362 among US girl names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nihal most popular?
- Nihal peaked in 2016, reaching #5622 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nihal with classmates?
- Nihal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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