Nikeya
girl nameNikeya entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #2704 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#2704
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4144 |
| 1980s | #4369 |
| 1990s | #7108 |
| 2000s | #12454 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Nikeya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nikeya alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nikeya in 2025?
- Nikeya is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nikeya most popular?
- Nikeya peaked in 1982, reaching #2704 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nikeya with classmates?
- Nikeya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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