Nia

Rank 598th Girl Name

In 2022, the name Nia was 598th most popular baby name for girls and 1,175th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 496 babies were named Nia in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 6,757 babies in the United States were named Nia. Today, the average age of someone named Nia is around 20 to 21 years old.

The name "Nia" is not common today.

The most common nickname for Nia is .

Nia Meaning & Origin

Nia is a Welsh name meaning "bright," it also holds significance in Swahili where it means "purpose."

The name Nia is described as vibrant, intuitive and passionate.

Pronunciation

Nia is pronounced nee-uh in English. The name Nia has 3 letters and 1 or 2 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Nia

  • The name Nia is shared by several notable figures in the entertainment industry, including American actresses Nia Long and Nia Vardalos.

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Geography

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