Declining since 2011.
Popularity of Nylia since 1996
Babies named Nylia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 102 |
| 2010s | 130 |
| 2020s | 56 |
Meaning & origin
Nylia is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1996. It reached its peak usage in 2011, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. Since 2011, its popularity has been falling. The name likely draws on the fashionable sounds of names like Nyla and the common -ia suffix. While it has not been recorded in any particular state heavily, its modest profile makes it a unique choice for parents seeking a contemporary-sounding name.
Nylia appears to be a modern invented name, likely created in the late 20th or early 21st century. It may have been inspired by names like Nyla or similar fashionable endings such as -ia. Its usage has been modest, with a peak in 2011 according to U.S. Social Security data.
“Nylia” around the world
Where Nylia lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nye, Leah, Nini
Sibling names for Nylia
Names that share Nylia's style, for a brother or sister.
