Nikia
girl nameNikia entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #593 in 1975, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#593
peak (1975)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #2750 |
| 1980s | #1152 |
| 1990s | #1897 |
| 2000s | #5131 |
| 2010s | #11373 |
Living bearers
About 3,600 people named Nikia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nikia alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nikia in 2025?
- Nikia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nikia most popular?
- Nikia peaked in 1975, reaching #593 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nikia with classmates?
- Nikia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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