Nilla
girl nameNilla entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #4725 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#4725
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4893 |
| 1970s | #7070 |
| 2000s | #17504 |
| 2010s | #15539 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nilla are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nilla alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nilla in 2025?
- Nilla is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nilla most popular?
- Nilla peaked in 1928, reaching #4725 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nilla with classmates?
- Nilla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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