Holding steady.
Popularity of Nimra since 1992
Babies named Nimra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 68 |
| 2000s | 103 |
| 2010s | 28 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Nimra entered U.S. naming records in 1992, a relatively recent addition compared to many traditional Arabic names. Its peak year was 1999, after which it has maintained a stable but low level of use. The name does not rank among the top 1000, meaning it is chosen by a small number of families each year. While its top states are not recorded, the name is most likely to appear in communities with Arabic or South Asian heritage. Nimra offers a distinctive sound and a connection to Arabic linguistic roots, making it a choice that is both culturally meaningful and uncommon in the wider American context.
Nimra is a feminine name of Arabic origin. It likely derives from the Arabic word 'nimr' meaning 'tiger', though some sources connect it to 'namira' referring to a kind of stone or rock. The name has been used historically in Arabic-speaking regions, particularly in the Middle East and South Asia among Muslim families. It gained some popularity in the United States starting in the 1990s, reflecting broader trends of Arabic names entering American naming practices.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nimi, Nim, Mira
Variants: Nemra
Sibling names for Nimra
Names that share Nimra's style, for a brother or sister.
