Nilsa

Nilsa is a girl baby name. Ranked #14,912 in the US, popular nicknames include Nil, Niy, and Nilie.

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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Nilsa is a girl name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Nilsa often also consider Betha, Day, Sherrill .

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Historical Record

Nilsa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 1,782 babies have been named Nilsa in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Nilsa is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #14,912 for girl names in the US .

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#14,912
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#14,912
Total SSA Count
8

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Nil Niy Nilie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nilsa

Is Nilsa a boy or girl name?
Nilsa is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Nilsa?
Nilsa is currently ranked #14912 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Nilsa?
Common nicknames for Nilsa include Nil, Niy, and Nilie.
Is Nilsa a common or rare name?
Nilsa is an uncommon name, ranked #14912 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Nilsa?
Nilsa pairs well with Betha, Day, Sherrill, Trasha in style and sound.

About the Name Nilsa

Nilsa is a girl name .

Nilsa is currently ranked #14,912 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nilsa include Nil, Niy, and Nilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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