Nijel
boy nameNijel entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #3834 in 1999, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1987–2025
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rank today
#3834
peak (1999)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5627 |
| 1990s | #5398 |
| 2000s | #5790 |
| 2010s | #9282 |
| 2020s | #10209 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Nijel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nijel alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nijel in 2025?
- Nijel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nijel most popular?
- Nijel peaked in 1999, reaching #3834 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nijel with classmates?
- Nijel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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