Nilan
boy name#2884 in 2025Nilan entered the US charts in 2006, peaked at #2225 in 2021, ranks #2884 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2006–2025
#2884
rank today
#2225
peak (2021)
43
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10960 |
| 2010s | #7016 |
| 2020s | #2690 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nilan has been most popular in CA, TX, IL.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Nilan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nilan is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nilan in 2025?
- Nilan ranks #2884 among US boy names in 2025, with 43 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nilan most popular?
- Nilan peaked in 2021, reaching #2225 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nilan with classmates?
- Nilan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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