Nila
girl name#1747 in 2025Nila entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #565 in 1935, ranks #1747 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1890–2025
#1747
rank today
#565
peak (1935)
116
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1204 |
| 1900s | #1362 |
| 1910s | #1060 |
| 1920s | #872 |
| 1930s | #701 |
| 1940s | #861 |
| 1950s | #1096 |
| 1960s | #2020 |
| 1970s | #3462 |
| 1980s | #4549 |
| 1990s | #5306 |
| 2000s | #2985 |
| 2010s | #1939 |
| 2020s | #1749 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nila has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida.
Living bearers
About 4,700 people named Nila are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nila alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nila in 2025?
- Nila ranks #1747 among US girl names in 2025, with 116 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nila most popular?
- Nila peaked in 1935, reaching #565 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nila with classmates?
- Nila will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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