Nikiah
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nikiah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 169 babies have been named Nikiah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nikiah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #46,575 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,575
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Nikiah
Nikiah is a girl name .
Nikiah is currently ranked #46,575 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nikiah include Nik, Niki, Nikiy, Nikiie, Niy, Niie, and Nikkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nikiah include Nikita . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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