Nihal
boy name#2941 in 2025Nihal entered the US charts in 1993, peaked at #2847 in 2014, ranks #2941 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1993–2025
#2941
rank today
#2847
peak (2014)
42
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7104 |
| 2000s | #4022 |
| 2010s | #3282 |
| 2020s | #3532 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nihal has been most popular in CA, TX, NJ.
Living bearers
About 800 people named Nihal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nihal is a kid of about 11 — 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 #2941 among US boy names in 2025, with 42 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nihal most popular?
- Nihal peaked in 2014, reaching #2847 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nihal with classmates?
- Nihal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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