Nubia
girl name#4987 in 2025Nubia entered the US charts in 1969, peaked at #1763 in 1993, ranks #4987 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1969–2025
#4987
rank today
#1763
peak (1993)
26
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6617 |
| 1970s | #3863 |
| 1980s | #2556 |
| 1990s | #2508 |
| 2000s | #2791 |
| 2010s | #3702 |
| 2020s | #3580 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nubia has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,400 people named Nubia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nubia alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nubia in 2025?
- Nubia ranks #4987 among US girl names in 2025, with 26 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nubia most popular?
- Nubia peaked in 1993, reaching #1763 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nubia with classmates?
- Nubia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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