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👧 Girl's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #328

Nia

Nia is a distinctive choice, ranked #328 in 2024. Your child is likely to be the only Nia in their class.

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UK Rank 2024
#328
US Rank #672
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About the Name Nia

Nia is holding steady in the rankings at #328. It reached its peak of #231 in 2004 and has maintained consistent levels since — the hallmark of a name with lasting rather than trend-driven appeal. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Nia is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.

In the US it sits at #672 — notably more popular in the UK than across the Atlantic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the name Nia

Unlikely. With around 131 UK babies named Nia per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Nia in her class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Nia has held a stable position around #328 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #231 in 2004 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
Nia is more popular in the UK (#328) than in the US (#672). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.
Nia ranks #672 in the US top 1,000 (2024). It's recognised in America but considerably more popular in the UK.
131
UK babies named Nia (2024)
< 1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.1
In a school of 600
↓ 24 places
Rank change (last 5 years)

🏫 Who else is in the room?

In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Nia

Likely around 1 other Nia in the class

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UK Popularity (1996–2024)

Rank and birth count · ONS official data

US Popularity (2020–2024)

Rank · SSA official data

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Famous People Named Nia

Notable people who share this name, from history to the present day. See full list on Wikipedia

Nia Ramadhanib. 1990
Ramadhania Ardiansyah Bakrie, known professionally as Nia Ramadhani, is an Indonesian actress.
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Nia Segamain, son of Adamair, was, according to medieval Irish legend and historical tradition, a High King of Ireland. He took power after killing his predecessor, Conall Collamrach.

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