Nilka
girl nameNilka entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #7070 in 1970, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#7070
peak (1970)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8035 |
| 1980s | #11097 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nilka are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nilka alive today was born around 1977, making them about 48 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nilka in 2025?
- Nilka is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nilka most popular?
- Nilka peaked in 1970, reaching #7070 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nilka with classmates?
- Nilka will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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