Nia
NEE-ah
Popularity
#672
Letters
3
Syllables
2
Origin
Welsh
Total Births
25,023
Peak Year
#1,033 in 2000
First Recorded
1951
Style
Modern & Trendy, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Nia has multiple origins. It can be a Welsh name meaning 'bright' or 'lustrous'. In Swahili, it means 'purpose'.
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Nia Long
American actress known for 'The Best Man'
Personality Traits
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