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Nakota

Unisex

Nakota has been given to 385 babies in the U.S. since 1991. It peaked in 2005. In 2025, about 1 in 284,679 boys was named Nakota.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

385

Peak year

2005 (21 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1991

10-year trend

▼ -67%

Gender split

37% girls / 63% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Nakota — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nakota.

Sibling name ideas for Nakota

Same era and popularity as Nakota, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Nakota?

Nakota has been given to 385 babies in the U.S. since 1991. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Nakota peak?

Nakota peaked in 2005, when 21 babies were given the name.

Is Nakota a girl or boy name?

Nakota is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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