Nijay

Nijay is a girl baby name. Ranked #51,441 in the US, popular nicknames include Nij, Niy, and Nijie.

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Girl Name #51,441 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Nijay is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Nijay often also consider Alwillie, Jannali, Taizha .

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Historical Record

Nijay first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.

Over 35 babies have been named Nijay in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Nijay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #51,441 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#51,441
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#51,441
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Nij Niy Nijie

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Nijay is also used as a boy name, ranked #21746.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nijay

Is Nijay a boy or girl name?
Nijay is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #51441. As a boy name, it is ranked #21746. Nijay is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Nijay?
Nijay is currently ranked #51441 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Nijay?
Common nicknames for Nijay include Nij, Niy, and Nijie.
Is Nijay a common or rare name?
Nijay is an uncommon name, ranked #51441 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Nijay?
Nijay pairs well with Alwillie, Jannali, Taizha, Lilirose in style and sound.

About the Name Nijay

Nijay is a girl name .

Is Nijay a boy or girl name? Nijay is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #51,441 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #21,746. Nijay is more commonly used as a boy name.

Nijay is currently ranked #51,441 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nijay include Nij, Niy, and Nijie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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