Nakia
nah-KEE-ah
Popularity
#7824
Letters
5
Syllables
3
Origin
African
Total Births
10,736
Peak Year
#1,748 in 1974
First Recorded
1973
Style
Modern & Trendy
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Possibly of African origin, with uncertain meaning, but sometimes associated with meanings like 'faithful' or 'pure'.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Nakia Burrise
American actress and singer.
Nakia Creek
American basketball player.
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