How Many People Are Named Nilam?

Complete statistics for the name Nilam: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Nilam
Very Rare
Sanskrit

Nilam means 'jewel' in Sanskrit, making it a rare gem among names, with only 1 in 4,467,822 Americans bearing it. That's just 74 people in the US today, and its popularity peaked in 1981 with 12 births.

~74
Living in US
1 in 4,467,822
Americans
1981
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Jewel
🌐
Origin
Sanskrit
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Ruby
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Precious Radiant Refined
22
Life Path Number

Life-path number 22 symbolizes leadership and vision, indicating that those named Nilam are destined to be powerful influencers.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

827,193
Worldwide Bearers
#1,126
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
786,447
🇳🇵 Nepal
15,886
🇮🇩 Indonesia
10,800
🇵🇰 Pakistan
9,397
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
2,075
🇺🇸 United States
599
🇲🇾 Malaysia
575
🇬🇧 England
486
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
233
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
150

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
74 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 40
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
76
Would be 30–60 (100%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 76 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: 1981

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
50
Classic Feel
32
Modern Appeal
68
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Nilam Through the Generations

Throughout the decades, Nilam has maintained a steady presence, though it's remained very rare. Born in 1981, the peak year saw 12 births, and today, most people named Nilam are aged between 30 and 60. The name's stability suggests it's a timeless choice, blending classic charm with modern appeal.

✨ Similar Names to Nilam

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nilam's Sanskrit roots

📄 About the Name Nilam

How Many People Have the Name Nilam?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 74 people in the United States currently share the name Nilam. That works out to roughly 1 in every 4,467,822 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Nilam a Common or Rare Name?

Nilam 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 Nilam Mean?

Nilam means "jewel" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Nilam in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Nilam Most Popular?

The name Nilam reached peak popularity in 1981, with 12 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Nilam?

Approximately 74 people named Nilam live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 76. That works out to roughly 1 in 4,467,822 Americans.

Is Nilam a rare name?

Nilam is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 4,467,822 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nilam mean?

Nilam means "jewel" and comes from Sanskrit origins.

Is Nilam more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Nilam are male and 100% are female.

When was Nilam most popular?

Nilam peaked in 1981 with 12 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US74
All-Time Births76
1 in X1 in 4,467,822
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age40
Peak Year1981
World Rank#1,126
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.