Holding steady.
Popularity of Somalia since 1977
Babies named Somalia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 22 |
| 1990s | 75 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Somalia is a rare place name given to girls in the United States since 1977. The name never ranked among the top 1000, and its peak usage came in 1993, the same year it was most popular. In 2025, the name continues to be used but remains uncommon, with a trajectory that is stable overall. Unlike more familiar country names such as Kenya or Jordan, Somalia has never appeared in top state rankings and is chosen by a small number of families each year.
Somalia is a place name derived from the East African country, which itself comes from the Somali people. Its use as a given name in the United States began in the 1970s, likely influenced by global awareness of the nation. The name has seen sporadic usage, with a peak in the early 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Som, Mali, Lee
Sibling names for Somalia
Names that share Somalia's style, for a brother or sister.
