Nyra
girl name#1458 in 2025Nyra entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #850 in 2021, ranks #1458 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1914–2025
#1458
rank today
#850
peak (2021)
147
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3618 |
| 1920s | #3890 |
| 1930s | #3580 |
| 1940s | #5295 |
| 1950s | #4467 |
| 1960s | #6511 |
| 1970s | #7473 |
| 1980s | #8448 |
| 1990s | #10168 |
| 2000s | #8467 |
| 2010s | #5846 |
| 2020s | #1089 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nyra has been most popular in CA, TX, NJ.
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Nyra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nyra is a kid of about 5 — 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 Nyra in 2025?
- Nyra ranks #1458 among US girl names in 2025, with 147 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nyra most popular?
- Nyra peaked in 2021, reaching #850 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nyra with classmates?
- Nyra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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