Declining since 2022.
Popularity of Nicha since 1977
Babies named Nicha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 8 |
| 2000s | 29 |
| 2010s | 38 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Nicha is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1977. Its usage reached a peak in 2021, but has been declining since 2022, fitting a pattern of modern invented names. The name's meaning is uncertain, possibly deriving from Thai 'nicha' meaning 'little one,' or as a creative variant. Despite its low frequency, Nicha has shown a brief surge in recent years, reflecting a trend toward short, feminine names with a melodic sound.
Nicha is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a Thai name derived from 'nicha' meaning 'little one' or 'small,' though this is not firmly attested. Alternatively, it could be a modern spelling variant of names like Nicha or Necha, which have various possible origins including Slavic (as a diminutive of names like Nicholai) or as a feminine form of Nicholas. In the United States, the name first appeared in records in 1977 and saw a peak in 2021, suggesting recent adoption possibly influenced by Thai culture or as a creative respelling.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nikki, ChiChi, Nina
Variants: Necha, Nitscha
Sibling names for Nicha
Names that share Nicha's style, for a brother or sister.
