Niyah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEE-ah / niːəArabic; African
Meaning
Arabic: 'gift'; African: 'purpose'
Historical & Cultural Background
Niyah is a name that has roots in both Arabic and African cultures. In Arabic-speaking regions, it is often associated with positive connotations of being a gift or blessing. In some African cultures, it signifies purpose or intention. The name has gained popularity in various communities, particularly in the United States, over the past few decades.
Trend Summary
Niyah has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Niya
- Nia
International Variants
- Nia (Welsh)
- Niya (Hindi)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Niyah was first seen in the United States in 1981. Niyah has ranked as high as #1185 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Niyah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Niyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1998 | 77 |
| 1999 | 56 |
| 2000 | 88 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 131 |
| 2003 | 136 |
| 2004 | 119 |
| 2005 | 117 |
| 2006 | 110 |
| 2007 | 106 |
| 2008 | 101 |
| 2009 | 98 |
| 2010 | 91 |
| 2011 | 114 |
| 2012 | 117 |
| 2013 | 108 |
| 2014 | 122 |
| 2015 | 107 |
| 2016 | 91 |
| 2017 | 100 |
| 2018 | 97 |
| 2019 | 117 |
| 2020 | 100 |
| 2021 | 84 |
| 2022 | 79 |
| 2023 | 72 |
| 2024 | 75 |