Nia
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Start comparing →Historical Record
Nia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 10 babies have been named Nia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,100 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #36,100
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Also a Girl Name
Nia is also used as a girl name, ranked #672.
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About the Name Nia
Nia is a boy name .
Is Nia a boy or girl name? Nia is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #36,100 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #672. Nia is more commonly used as a girl name.
Nia is currently ranked #36,100 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Nia include Niam, Niall . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
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