Nyan
Boy nameNyan has been given to 116 babies in the U.S. since 2000. It peaked in 2006.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
116
Peak year
2006 (11 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2000
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nyan — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nyan.
Sibling name ideas for Nyan
Same era and popularity as Nyan, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nyan?
Nyan has been given to 116 babies in the U.S. since 2000. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nyan peak?
Nyan peaked in 2006, when 11 babies were given the name.
Is Nyan a girl or boy name?
Nyan is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nyan are boys).
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