How Many People Are Named Nivea?

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

Nivea
Very Rare
Latin

Nivea means 'snow white' in Latin, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1,305 people named Nivea live in the US today, which means 1 in 252,789 Americans have this name. The majority, 84%, are under 30, showing it's a truly modern choice.

~1,305
Living in US
1 in 252,789
Americans
2003
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Snow white
🌐
Origin
Latin
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Pure Gentle Innocent
6
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 6 represents harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

14,966
Worldwide Bearers
#46,457
Global Rank
🇧🇷 Brazil
12,547
🇺🇸 United States
525
🇮🇳 India
347
🇬🇹 Guatemala
323
🇦🇷 Argentina
140
🇮🇹 Italy
138
🇻🇪 Venezuela
120
🇪🇬 Egypt
87
🇮🇩 Indonesia
84
🇵🇭 Philippines
81

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,305 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 20
1,105
Would be under 30 (84%)
216
Would be 30–60 (16%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 1,321 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: 2003

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
89
Classic Feel
24
Modern Appeal
96
International
97

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

📜 Nivea Through the Generations

Nivea has seen its peak popularity in 2003 when 92 babies were given this name. Since then, it's been on a steady decline, but still holds a special place among younger generations. With an average age of 20, most Niveas are under 30, indicating it's a name chosen by parents who want something fresh and unique. The name's distribution shows a clear preference for youth, with 1,105 under-30s compared to just 216 aged 30-60, and none over 60.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Georgia 79
Texas 75
Florida 58
Illinois 50
California 23
Alabama 18
North Carolina 15
New York 11
Ohio 11
South Carolina 10

⭐ Famous People Named Nivea

Nivea or Nívea is a feminine given name. Notable people with the name include:Nivea Hamilton, American singer Nívea Maria, Brazilian actress Nivea Smith, Bahamian sprinter who specializes in the 200 metres Nívea Soares, Brazilian songwriter and singer of gospel music Nívea Stelmann, Brazilian actress…

Full list on Wikipedia →

✨ Similar Names to Nivea

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nivea's Latin roots

📄 About the Name Nivea

How Many People Have the Name Nivea?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,305 people in the United States currently share the name Nivea. That works out to roughly 1 in every 252,789 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Nivea a Common or Rare Name?

Nivea 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 Nivea Mean?

Nivea means "snow white" and comes from Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Nivea Most Popular?

The name Nivea reached peak popularity in 2003, with 92 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 Nivea?

Approximately 1,305 people named Nivea live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,321. That works out to roughly 1 in 252,789 Americans.

Is Nivea a rare name?

Nivea is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 252,789 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nivea mean?

Nivea means "snow white" and comes from Latin origins.

Is Nivea more male or female?

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

When was Nivea most popular?

Nivea peaked in 2003 with 92 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.

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 US1,305
All-Time Births1,321
1 in X1 in 252,789
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age20
Peak Year2003
World Rank#46,457
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.