Nikaela
girl nameNikaela entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #8766 in 1995, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1986–2025
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rank today
#8766
peak (1995)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10912 |
| 1990s | #11157 |
| 2000s | #15468 |
| 2010s | #15682 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nikaela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nikaela alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nikaela in 2025?
- Nikaela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nikaela most popular?
- Nikaela peaked in 1995, reaching #8766 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nikaela with classmates?
- Nikaela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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