Nikhila
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nikhila first appeared in US Social Security records in 2001.
Over 52 babies have been named Nikhila in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nikhila is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #55,537 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #55,537
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nikhila
Nikhila is a girl name .
Nikhila is currently ranked #55,537 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nikhila include Nik, Nikh, Nikhy, Nikhie, Ila, Ilay, Ilaie, Niy, Niie, and Nikkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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