Niger
Pronunciation: [ n-EYEJ-er ]
Niger is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,226 in the US, popular nicknames include Nig, Niy, and Nigie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Niger first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 25 babies have been named Niger in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Niger is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,226 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,226
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Niger
Niger is a girl name .
Is Niger a boy or girl name? Niger is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #22,226 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #41,384. Niger is more commonly used as a girl name.
Niger is currently ranked #22,226 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Niger include Nig, Niy, and Nigie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis