How popular is the name Nyal in 2025?

Nyal is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Nyal most popular?

Nyal peaked in 1923, reaching #3175 among US boy names.

Nyal will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Nyal entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3175 in 1923, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#3175

peak (1923)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Nyal are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Nyal alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Nyal in 2025?: Nyal is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Nyal most popular?: Nyal peaked in 1923, reaching #3175 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Nyal with classmates?: Nyal will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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