Niv
Niv is a girl baby name. Ranked #25,220 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Niv first appeared in US Social Security records in 2019.
Over 26 babies have been named Niv in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Niv is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #25,220 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #25,220
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Also a Boy Name
Niv is also used as a boy name, ranked #23842.
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About the Name Niv
Niv is a girl name .
Is Niv a boy or girl name? Niv is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #25,220 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #23,842. Niv is more commonly used as a boy name.
Niv is currently ranked #25,220 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Niv include Niva . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis