Nikaya
Nikaya is a girl baby name. Ranked #55,686 in the US, popular nicknames include Nik, Niy, and Nikie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Nikaya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 165 babies have been named Nikaya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nikaya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #55,686 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #55,686
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Nikaya
Nikaya is a girl name .
Nikaya is currently ranked #55,686 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nikaya include Nik, Niy, Nikie, and Nikaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nikaya include Nika . 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