Nija
boy nameNija entered the US charts in 1994, peaked at #8643 in 2003, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1994–2025
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rank today
#8643
peak (2003)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8800 |
| 2000s | #8879 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nija are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nija alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nija in 2025?
- Nija is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nija most popular?
- Nija peaked in 2003, reaching #8643 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nija with classmates?
- Nija will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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