Girl nameCurrently #10,036 in the USSteady
Nyala
3 syllablesPeak year: 20095 lettersStarts with N
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Nyala's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Nyala's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Nyala |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 10 |
Nyala through the decades
- Nyala peaked in 2009, when 18 babies were named Nyala in the US.
- The 2010s were Nyala's strongest decade, averaging 12 births a year.
- Nyala currently ranks #10,036 in the US and is holding steady.