Nye
boy nameNye entered the US charts in 2002, peaked at #9696 in 2017, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2002–2025
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rank today
#9696
peak (2017)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #11517 |
| 2010s | #9696 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nye are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nye alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nye in 2025?
- Nye is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nye most popular?
- Nye peaked in 2017, reaching #9696 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nye with classmates?
- Nye will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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