Niya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Niya originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'to lead' or 'to guide'. Its linguistic path traces from ancient Sanskrit to modern usage in various cultures. The name is viewed positively, representing leadership qualities, but it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Niya is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Niya has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Niya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3377th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2392nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1414th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1949th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Niya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Niya"
Pronunciation
/ˈniːjə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Niya is derived from the Sanskrit word 'niya', which means 'to lead' or 'to guide'.
Meaning
to lead, to guide
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: निया (niyā), Modern English: Niya
Historical Usage
The name Niya has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in various cultures and communities that seek unique and meaningful names.
Variants & Derivatives
Niya, Nia, Nayah
Modern Popularity & Image
Niya is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with positive traits such as leadership and guidance.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Niya"
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 "Niya"
"Niya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3377th of 19264 | 313 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2392nd of 27321 | 774 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1414th of 35406 | 2,401 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1949th of 30306 | 1,238 |
Regional Popularity of "Niya" 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 "Niya" 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) |
83.83% 2462nd/2937 |
64.83% 2258th/3483 |
56.48% 1987th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
77.96% 2873rd/3685 |
37.52% 1679th/4475 |
39.06% 2029th/5194 |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.46% 1258th/4582 |
25.52% 1318th/5164 |
15.97% 1168th/7313 |
30.78% 2297th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
54.37% 2166th/3984 |
44.39% 1992nd/4487 |
28.51% 1945th/6822 |
29.60% 1858th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Niya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Niya" 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.