Nakila
Girl nameNakila has been given to 21 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It peaked in 1983.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
21
Peak year
1983 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1977
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nakila — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nakila.
Sibling name ideas for Nakila
Same era and popularity as Nakila, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nakila?
Nakila has been given to 21 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nakila peak?
Nakila peaked in 1983, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Nakila a girl or boy name?
Nakila is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Nakila are girls).
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