Nikita
girl name#4460 in 2025Nikita entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #250 in 1986, ranks #4460 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
#4460
rank today
#250
peak (1986)
31
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #5244 |
| 1950s | #3910 |
| 1960s | #2222 |
| 1970s | #965 |
| 1980s | #821 |
| 1990s | #765 |
| 2000s | #1529 |
| 2010s | #2313 |
| 2020s | #3848 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nikita has been most popular in CA, PA, FL.
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named Nikita are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nikita alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nikita in 2025?
- Nikita ranks #4460 among US girl names in 2025, with 31 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nikita most popular?
- Nikita peaked in 1986, reaching #250 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nikita with classmates?
- Nikita will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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