Nyah
ny-uh
US Popularity:3187
Origin:Swahili
Meaning:Resolve; Brilliance, lustrous; Champion
Nyah is a girl's name of primarily Swahili origin but with roots that can also be traced back to Welsh, Irish, and Gaelic. A variation of Nia, this inspiring name means "resolve" or "brilliance," encouraging those who wear it to move forward with purpose. And much like goals or aspirations, Nyah is not limited to one definition. It is also possibly a derivation of the likes of Niamh, translating as "lustrous," or Neila, which means "champion." In any case, this name is sure to set an illuminating path for baby, no matter where their dreams may take them.
Nyah Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Nyah is currently #1596 on The Bump
Girl:Nyah is currently #713 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Nyah is currently #3187 in U.S. births
Girl:Nyah is currently #1165 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#3187
in 2022
- 75
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 237, 239, 242
Behind the Name, Nyah, April 2022
Behind the Name, Nia (1), January 2022
Behind the Name, Nia (2), December 2023
Name Doctor, Nyah
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