Niam Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Niam originates from the Irish word 'niamh', meaning bright or radiant, and has evolved from its Old Irish form. It is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. Niam gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively today. Notable people with this name include actress Niamh Cusack.
The name Niam is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Niam has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Niam' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7371st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1427th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Niam' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Niam"
Pronunciation
/niːəm/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Niam is derived from the Irish word 'niamh', which means 'bright' or 'radiance'. In Irish mythology, Niam was a princess of the Land of Youth.
Meaning
bright, radiant
Language Evolution
Niamh (Old Irish), Niam (Modern Irish)
Historical Usage
The name Niam gained popularity in the late 20th century as Irish culture and names became more widely appreciated worldwide.
Variants & Derivatives
Niamh, Niamhín
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Niam is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with positive traits such as brightness and beauty.
Famous People
Niamh Cusack (Irish actress), Niamh Wilson (Canadian actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Niam"
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 "Niam"
"Niam" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7371st of 24088 | 147 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1427th of 23106 | 1,519 |
Regional Popularity of "Niam" 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) |
- | - | - |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.99% 1434th/3984 |
20.48% 919th/4487 |
21.46% 1464th/6822 |
20.95% 1315th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Niam" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Niam"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Niam" 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.