Nilayah
Nilayah is a girl baby name. Ranked #12,450 in the US, popular nicknames include Nil, Niy, and Nilie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Nilayah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.
Over 44 babies have been named Nilayah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nilayah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,450 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #12,450
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Nilayah
Nilayah is a girl name .
Nilayah is currently ranked #12,450 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nilayah include Nil, Niy, Nilie, and Nilaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Nilayah include Nila, Nilah . 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