Nineveh
girl name#14942 in 2025Nineveh entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #10517 in 1982, ranks #14942 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
#14942
rank today
#10517
peak (1982)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #11440 |
| 2000s | #16099 |
| 2010s | #13706 |
| 2020s | #13574 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nineveh are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nineveh is a kid of about 10 — 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 Nineveh in 2025?
- Nineveh ranks #14942 among US girl names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nineveh most popular?
- Nineveh peaked in 1982, reaching #10517 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nineveh with classmates?
- Nineveh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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