Nia: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Means purpose, a name that walks with intention and strength.
Nia as a Girl Name
- Origin
- Swahili
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #494
- Peak
- #307 in 2000
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Nia Means
Nia is a girl name of Swahili origin. Means purpose, a name that walks with intention and strength.
How Popular Nia Is
Nia currently ranks #494 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #307 in 2000. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Nia
- Nia peaked at #307 in the U.S. in 2000.
- Nia is a name with Swahili East African origins.
- Its short, punchy sound makes it easy to remember.
Nia as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- Welsh
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #9720
- Peak
- #8836 in 1989
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Nia Means
Nia is a unisex name of Welsh origin. A radiant and purposeful spirit.
How Popular Nia Is
Nia currently ranks #9720 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #8836 in 1989.
Good to Know About Nia
- Nia is a name with Welsh Celtic origins.
- Its short, punchy sound makes it easy to remember.
Names Like Nia
Other Swahili names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Nia
Swahili names that pair well as a brother or sister to Nia.
Questions About Nia
What does Nia mean?
Nia is a girl name of Swahili origin. Means purpose, a name that walks with intention and strength.
How popular is Nia?
Nia currently ranks #494 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #307 in 2000. It has held steady.
Where does Nia come from?
Nia comes from Swahili roots. Nia peaked at #307 in the U.S. in 2000.
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