How Many People Are Named Niles?
Complete statistics for the name Niles: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Niles is a very rare male name, with only 3,178 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 103,828 Americans. This name has seen a resurgence in recent years, peaking in popularity in 1998 with 80 births that year.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 traditionally represents freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 51All 4,400 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: 1998Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Niles Through the Generations
Niles, a name that has maintained its rarity throughout the decades, stands out for its unique journey through generations. With an estimated 3,178 individuals carrying this name in the United States today, it's clear that Niles is a name that doesn't fade easily. Interestingly, nearly 41% of those named Niles are over 60, indicating a strong presence among older generations despite its rising trend in recent times. The average age of 51 suggests that while Niles might be gaining traction among younger parents, it still holds a significant place among the older crowd.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Niles's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Niles
How Many People Have the Name Niles?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 9,667 people in the United States currently share the name Niles. That works out to roughly 1 in every 34,287 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Niles a Common or Rare Name?
Niles is classified as 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 Niles Mean?
Niles means "Greek origin, meaning 'champion'" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Niles in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Niles Most Popular?
The name Niles reached peak popularity in 1998, with 80 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 Niles?
Approximately 9,667 people named Niles live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 9,667. That works out to roughly 1 in 34,287 Americans.
Is Niles a rare name?
Niles is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 34,287 Americans has this name.
What does the name Niles mean?
Niles means "Greek origin, meaning 'champion'" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Niles more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Niles are male and 0% are female.
When was Niles most popular?
Niles peaked in 1998 with 80 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.