How Many People Are Named Nigel?
Complete statistics for the name Nigel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Nigel, a very rare male name, has only 11,750 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 28,084 Americans. That's pretty unique! The majority, 48%, are under 30, showing it's a genuinely modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 11 represents a powerful spiritual force, emphasizing intuition and insight.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 31All 12,296 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: 1994Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Nigel Through the Generations
Nigel peaked in popularity in 1994 with 454 births, but since then, its usage has been declining, reflecting its status as a newer-generation name. With an average age of 31, most Nigels are still young adults, split almost evenly between those under 30 and those aged 30 to 60. Only 391 are over 60, indicating that while it's not a new name, it's definitely more popular among younger generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Nigel's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Nigel
How Many People Have the Name Nigel?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 11,750 people in the United States currently share the name Nigel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 28,084 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Nigel a Common or Rare Name?
Nigel 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Nigel in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.
When Was Nigel Most Popular?
The name Nigel reached peak popularity in 1994, with 454 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
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 Nigel?
Approximately 11,750 people named Nigel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 12,296. That works out to roughly 1 in 28,084 Americans.
Is Nigel a rare name?
Nigel is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 28,084 Americans has this name.
What does the name Nigel mean?
The meaning and origin of Nigel are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Nigel more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Nigel are male and 1% are female.
When was Nigel most popular?
Nigel peaked in 1994 with 454 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
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.