How Many People Are Named Naija?
Complete statistics for the name Naija: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Naija is a very rare female name, with only 407 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 810,103 Americans. That's pretty unique! The name peaked in popularity in 2019 with 33 births, showing it's still on the rise.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 15All 411 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2019Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Naija Through the Generations
Naija stands out as a name that's truly modern, with a significant majority of its bearers being under 30 years old. This reflects a trend where the name is increasingly favored by younger parents. Born in the last two decades, most Naijas are part of the post-millennial generation, with 379 under-30 and only 32 aged between 30 and 60. The name's origins aren't tied to any ancient roots but rather to a contemporary naming culture, making it a fresh addition to the American lexicon.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Naija's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Naija
How Many People Have the Name Naija?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 407 people in the United States currently share the name Naija. That works out to roughly 1 in every 810,103 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Naija a Common or Rare Name?
Naija is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Naija Mean?
Naija means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Naija in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Naija Most Popular?
The name Naija reached peak popularity in 2019, with 33 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Naija?
Approximately 407 people named Naija live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 411. That works out to roughly 1 in 810,103 Americans.
Is Naija a rare name?
Naija is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 810,103 Americans has this name.
What does the name Naija mean?
Naija means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Naija more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Naija are male and 100% are female.
When was Naija most popular?
Naija peaked in 2019 with 33 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.