Nirah
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nirah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 14 babies have been named Nirah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nirah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,261 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #12,261
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Nirah
Nirah is a girl name .
Nirah is currently ranked #12,261 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nirah include Nir, Niy, Niie, and Nirkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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