Nijah: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: n-eej-ahh
Origin: United states
gender-female

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Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Of multiple origins, reflecting diverse cultural influences.,

Nijah is predominantly used as a feminine name, although it can be used as well. Nijah it is a name that is rich in cultural and significance, with roots dating back to ancient Arabia and beyond. Nijah, The name has been steadily rising in popularity since the 1970s and is currently ranked as the 455th most popular girls'name in the United States. Nijah is predominantly used as a masculine name, although it can be used as well.

Nijah Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Nijah is currently #13342 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Nijah is currently #7548 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Nijah is currently #6388 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Nijah is currently #3598 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

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