Nil
UnisexNil has been given to 280 babies in the U.S. since 1989. It peaked in 2023.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
280
Peak year
2023 (25 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1989
10-year trend
▼ -13%
Gender split
56% girls / 44% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nil — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nil.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nil?
Nil has been given to 280 babies in the U.S. since 1989. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nil peak?
Nil peaked in 2023, when 25 babies were given the name.
Is Nil a girl or boy name?
Nil is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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