Naimah
Naimah is a girl baby name. Ranked #6,737 in the US, popular nicknames include Nai, Nay, and Naiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Naimah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 1,641 babies have been named Naimah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Naimah is past its peak , currently ranked #6,737 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #6,737
- Total SSA Count
- 17
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Naimah
Naimah is a girl name .
Naimah is currently ranked #6,737 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Naimah include Nai, Nay, Naiie, and Naimie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Naimah include Naima . 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