Declining since 2014, #5,099 for girls today.
Popularity of Nithya since 1981
Babies named Nithya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 68 |
| 2000s | 271 |
| 2010s | 349 |
| 2020s | 118 |
Meaning & origin
Nithya entered the U.S. Social Security Administration records in 1981, and by 2006 it had climbed to a rank of 8,258. The name experienced a steady rise through the 2000s and early 2010s, peaking in 2013 at rank 3,989. Since 2014, its usage has declined, dropping to rank 5,099 in 2025, with an estimated incidence of 1 in 64,291 births that year. The name is most concentrated in Texas, the state where it saw the highest frequency among its modest total. Nithya remains a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with roots in Hindu spirituality and a sound that fits comfortably across English-speaking communities.
Nithya derives from the Sanskrit word nitya (नित्य), meaning 'constant', 'eternal', or 'perpetual'. The name appears in Hindu religious and philosophical texts, including the Upanishads, where it describes the unchanging, timeless nature of ultimate reality. It has been used as a given name in India for centuries, particularly among families who value its spiritual connotations of endurance and continuity.
Where Nithya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Nithya
Names that share Nithya's style, for a brother or sister.
