Nye
UnisexNye has been given to 22 babies in the U.S. since 2002. It peaked in 2017.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
22
Peak year
2017 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2002
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
23% girls / 77% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nye — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nye.
Sibling name ideas for Nye
Same era and popularity as Nye, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nye?
Nye has been given to 22 babies in the U.S. since 2002. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nye peak?
Nye peaked in 2017, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Nye a girl or boy name?
Nye is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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