How Many People Are Named Nyesha?
Complete statistics for the name Nyesha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Nyesha is a very rare female name, with only 1,498 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 220,333 Americans. The majority of those named Nyesha are now in their thirties, with the name peaking in popularity back in 1993.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 9 are often compassionate and philanthropic.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 34All 1,531 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: 1993Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Nyesha Through the Generations
Nyesha has seen a steady decline since its peak in 1993 when 71 babies were given this name. Today, it's considered a name between classic and modern, with a fair distribution across different age groups. Of the 1,498 people named Nyesha in the US, 498 are under 30, while 1,033 are aged between 30 and 60, indicating a strong presence among middle-aged adults. This trend suggests that Nyesha is likely to continue its slow decline as fewer new parents choose the name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Nyesha's American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Nyesha
How Many People Have the Name Nyesha?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,498 people in the United States currently share the name Nyesha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 220,333 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Nyesha a Common or Rare Name?
Nyesha 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 Nyesha Mean?
Nyesha means "modern coinage, evokes uniqueness" and comes from American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Nyesha in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Nyesha Most Popular?
The name Nyesha reached peak popularity in 1993, with 71 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 Nyesha?
Approximately 1,498 people named Nyesha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,531. That works out to roughly 1 in 220,333 Americans.
Is Nyesha a rare name?
Nyesha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 220,333 Americans has this name.
What does the name Nyesha mean?
Nyesha means "modern coinage, evokes uniqueness" and comes from American coinage origins.
Is Nyesha more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Nyesha are male and 100% are female.
When was Nyesha most popular?
Nyesha peaked in 1993 with 71 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.