Nija
Nija is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,030 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Nija first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 815 babies have been named Nija in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nija is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,030 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,030
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Nija is also used as a boy name, ranked #14688.
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About the Name Nija
Nija is a girl name .
Is Nija a boy or girl name? Nija is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #28,030 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,688. Nija is more commonly used as a boy name.
Nija is currently ranked #28,030 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis