Nikaela
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Nikaela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 73 babies have been named Nikaela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nikaela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,310 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,310
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Arabic origin
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Irish origin
"fierce valor, unlucky"
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Old English/Hebrew origin
"meadow slope and consecrated to God"
#62,496 in US
Arabic origin
"Generous, noble, kind, magnanimous"
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About the Name Nikaela
Nikaela is a girl name .
Nikaela is currently ranked #62,310 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nikaela include Nik, Niy, Nikie, and Nikaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nikaela include Nika . 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