Niyah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Niyah is an Arabic name meaning 'intention' or 'purpose'. It has evolved from its original roots and has gained popularity in recent years. The name embodies traits of commitment and dedication, and it does not have any biblical relevance.
The name Niyah is most popular in Florida, 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Niyah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Niyah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7390th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1893rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2027th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Niyah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Niyah"
Pronunciation
/ˈniː.jə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Niyah is derived from the Arabic word 'niyyah' which means 'intention' or 'purpose'. It reflects a deep sense of commitment and dedication.
Meaning
intention, purpose
Language Evolution
Niyah, Niyahh, Niyahh
Historical Usage
The name Niyah has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in the United States and among communities that value names with meaningful roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Niya, Niyaah, Niah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Niyah is seen as a contemporary and stylish name, often chosen for its unique sound and positive meaning.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Niyah"
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 "Niyah"
"Niyah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7390th of 27321 | 157 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1893rd of 35406 | 1,640 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2027th of 30306 | 1,152 |
Regional Popularity of "Niyah" 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 "Niyah" 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) |
- |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
79.40% 4124th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.07% 1836th/4582 |
31.10% 1606th/5164 |
21.78% 1593rd/7313 |
37.77% 2819th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
54.37% 2166th/3984 |
58.48% 2624th/4487 |
29.87% 2038th/6822 |
30.90% 1939th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Niyah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Niyah" 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.