Niyah
girl name#3211 in 2025Niyah entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #1411 in 2001, ranks #3211 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
#3211
rank today
#1411
peak (2001)
49
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #8636 |
| 1990s | #5099 |
| 2000s | #1746 |
| 2010s | #1902 |
| 2020s | #2418 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Niyah has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 3,000 people named Niyah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Niyah alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Niyah in 2025?
- Niyah ranks #3211 among US girl names in 2025, with 49 babies given the name.
- When was the name Niyah most popular?
- Niyah peaked in 2001, reaching #1411 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Niyah with classmates?
- Niyah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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