Nariah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nariah is derived from the Hebrew name Neriah, meaning 'God is my light' or 'the light of the Lord.' The name has evolved from its original form to its modern variant. It carries traits of brightness and spirituality, though it does not have a significant biblical context. Nariah is increasingly popular among parents looking for distinctive names.
The name Nariah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nariah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nariah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12734th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1787th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1679th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nariah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nariah"
Pronunciation
/nəˈraɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Nariah is derived from the Hebrew name 'Neriah,' which means 'God is my light' or 'the light of the Lord.'
Meaning
light of the Lord
Language Evolution
Neriah, Nariah
Historical Usage
Nariah is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents seek unique and meaningful names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Neriah, Naria, Nari
Modern Popularity & Image
Nariah is viewed as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with positive connotations of brightness and spirituality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nariah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Nariah"
"Nariah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12734th of 27321 | 59 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1787th of 35406 | 1,776 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1679th of 30306 | 1,553 |
Regional Popularity of "Nariah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nariah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.24% 1340th/4582 |
34.20% 1766th/5164 |
21.84% 1597th/7313 |
34.33% 2562nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.65% 1500th/3984 |
41.88% 1879th/4487 |
22.16% 1512th/6822 |
33.32% 2091st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nariah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nariah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.