Niyah
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Niyah: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2016.
Niyah is a name of Hebrew origin, emerging as a modern variant of Nia, which itself stems from the Hebrew "Nechama," meaning "comfort" or "restoration." It also has roots in Swahili, where "nia" translates to "purpose" or "resolve." While no widely known historical figures bear Niyah, its musical association with singer Niyah Grace adds a contemporary touch. The name connects to the Welsh place name Nia, though this shares a different Celtic etymology. A notable variant is Nya, and the name gained subtle cultural recognition through its phonetic similarity to the Gaelic "Niamh," meaning "radiance" or "brightness," offering a cross-cultural link for Scottish families seeking a modern yet meaningful choice.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20163 babies
- Latest (2016)
- #7983 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2016
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y