Nigella

Q: How popular is the name Nigella?

Nigella is ranked #20498 in popularity for girl names.

Girl Name #20,498 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Nigella is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Nigella often also consider Jamaia, Madisin, Alysiana .

Popularity Over Time

#20,498

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #20,498
Total SSA Count: 7

Nicknames

Nig Niy Nigie Nigeie

Middle Name Ideas

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Nigella Claire

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Nigella Jade

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Nigella June

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Nigella Ruth

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Nigella Reese

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nigella

Is Nigella a boy or girl name?

Nigella is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Nigella?

Nigella is currently ranked #20498 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Nigella?

Common nicknames for Nigella include Nig, Niy, Nigie, and Nigeie.

Is Nigella a common or rare name?

Nigella is an uncommon name, ranked #20498 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nigella

Nigella is a girl name .

Nigella is currently ranked #20,498 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nigella include Nig, Niy, Nigie, and Nigeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.