Nilam
Girl nameNilam has been given to 76 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It peaked in 1981.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
76
Peak year
1981 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1974
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nilam — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nilam.
Sibling name ideas for Nilam
Same era and popularity as Nilam, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nilam?
Nilam has been given to 76 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nilam peak?
Nilam peaked in 1981, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Nilam a girl or boy name?
Nilam is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Nilam are girls).
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