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Nakia

Nakia: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex name

How popular is Nakia?

8U.S. babies in 2025
#226peak rank (1974)
10,744babies since 1880

Since 1880, 8,738 girls and 2,006 boys in the U.S. have been named Nakia (81% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #226 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #302 in 1974. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Nakia FAQ

How popular is the name Nakia?

Since 1880, 8,738 girls and 2,006 boys in the U.S. have been named Nakia (81% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #226 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #302 in 1974. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Nakia a boy or girl name?

Nakia is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (8,738 girls and 2,006 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).