Nakota
UnisexNakota 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
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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