Rising since 2008, #5,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Xaniyah since 2007
Babies named Xaniyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 19 |
| 2010s | 75 |
| 2020s | 110 |
Meaning & origin
Xaniyah first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2007, making it a relatively recent addition to the American naming landscape. Its rank of 5,917 in 2025 places it among less common names, though its popularity has been rising steadily since 2008, peaking in 2023. Nationally, about 1 in every 80,363 baby girls receives this name. The name is most popular in Texas, the top state for Xaniyah. As a modern coinage, it lacks historical roots or a traditional etymology, instead emerging from contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings and the fashionable -iyah suffix. Parents drawn to Xaniyah often appreciate its distinctiveness and melodic sound.
Xaniyah first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2007, suggesting it is a modern coinage. It likely draws from popular contemporary name patterns, particularly the suffix -iyah or -niah found in names like Janiyah and Saniyah. The initial 'X' gives it a distinctive, trendy quality. There is no known historical or linguistic root.
Where Xaniyah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Xani, Niyah
Sibling names for Xaniyah
Names that share Xaniyah's style, for a brother or sister.
