Nakeya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Nakeya has its roots in African American English, likely stemming from modern linguistic creativity. It is associated with beauty and strength, and its variants include Nakia and Kia. Nakeya has gained popularity since the late 20th century, reflecting cultural significance and individuality. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nakeya"
Pronunciation
/nəˈkiːə/
Origin
African American English
Etymology
The name Nakeya is believed to be a modern creation, likely derived from a combination of sounds and possibly influenced by names like 'Kia' or 'Nakia' which have roots in various African languages.
Meaning
The name Nakeya is often associated with beauty and strength.
Language Evolution
Nakia, Kia, Nakeya
Historical Usage
Nakeya gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities, as part of the trend of unique and culturally significant names.
Variants & Derivatives
Nakia, Kia, Kiyah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nakeya is viewed as a modern, stylish name that represents a cultural heritage and individuality.
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✨ Nakeya Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 35 peak births in 1976
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nakeya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Nakeya"
"Nakeya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4571st of 19264 | 197 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3641st of 27321 | 430 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9464th of 35406 | 172 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Nakeya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nakeya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
- |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
55.24% 2472nd/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nakeya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nakeya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nakeya" in the United States
The name Nakeya is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nakeya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nakeya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4571st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3641st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9464th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nakeya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.