Nil
boy nameNil entered the US charts in 1989, peaked at #6100 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1989–2025
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rank today
#6100
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6941 |
| 1990s | #7772 |
| 2000s | #8986 |
| 2010s | #12086 |
| 2020s | #9196 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Nil are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nil alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nil in 2025?
- Nil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nil most popular?
- Nil peaked in 1997, reaching #6100 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nil with classmates?
- Nil will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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