Nia
Nia is a girls' name of African origin meaning “purpose, intention.” It ranked #490 in the United States in 2025. Nia is a Swahili name meaning 'purpose' and represents one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
how do you pronounce Nia?
NEE-ah
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what does Nia mean?
The name Nia means “purpose, intention.” It comes from the African language tradition.
Nia is a Swahili name meaning 'purpose' and represents one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa. It also has Welsh roots meaning 'brightness.' Its simplicity and cross-cultural appeal have made it popular worldwide.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #490 |
| 2023 | #475 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Nia?
- Nia Long (American actress)
- Nia Jax (professional wrestler)
- Nia Vardalos (Canadian-American actress)
what names are similar to Nia?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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