Nikita
boy name#4139 in 2025Nikita entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #1428 in 2008, ranks #4139 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1959–2025
#4139
rank today
#1428
peak (2008)
25
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #1865 |
| 1960s | #2092 |
| 1970s | #3142 |
| 1980s | #3418 |
| 1990s | #2213 |
| 2000s | #1631 |
| 2010s | #1802 |
| 2020s | #2751 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nikita has been most popular in CA, WA, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,800 people named Nikita are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nikita alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 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 #4139 among US boy names in 2025, with 25 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nikita most popular?
- Nikita peaked in 2008, reaching #1428 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nikita with classmates?
- Nikita will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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