Nyah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIGH-uh / /ˈnaɪ.ə/African; Hebrew; English
Meaning
African: purpose; Hebrew: to be a source of joy; English: a variant of Nia
Historical & Cultural Background
Nyah is often associated with African roots, particularly in Swahili where it means 'purpose.' In Hebrew contexts, it is linked to joy and happiness. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, especially in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It is sometimes seen as a modern variant of the name Nia.
Trend Summary
Nyah has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nia
- Niah
International Variants
- Nia (Welsh)
- Niah (English)
Famous people named Nyah
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Fictional characters named Nyah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nyah was first seen in the United States in 1980. Nyah has ranked as high as #792 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Nyah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 16 | |
| TX | 12 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 29 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1999 | 55 |
| 2000 | 290 |
| 2001 | 547 |
| 2002 | 416 |
| 2003 | 304 |
| 2004 | 223 |
| 2005 | 197 |
| 2006 | 196 |
| 2007 | 239 |
| 2008 | 240 |
| 2009 | 216 |
| 2010 | 217 |
| 2011 | 150 |
| 2012 | 191 |
| 2013 | 201 |
| 2014 | 193 |
| 2015 | 172 |
| 2016 | 145 |
| 2017 | 162 |
| 2018 | 133 |
| 2019 | 124 |
| 2020 | 105 |
| 2021 | 122 |
| 2022 | 120 |
| 2023 | 98 |
| 2024 | 86 |