Nima
boy name#5208 in 2025Nima entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #1596 in 1982, ranks #5208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
#5208
rank today
#1596
peak (1982)
18
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3914 |
| 1980s | #2042 |
| 1990s | #2611 |
| 2000s | #4864 |
| 2010s | #8088 |
| 2020s | #5968 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nima has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Nima are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nima alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nima in 2025?
- Nima ranks #5208 among US boy names in 2025, with 18 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nima most popular?
- Nima peaked in 1982, reaching #1596 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nima with classmates?
- Nima will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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