Niam
Niam is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Law, rule, or order.
Origin and history
Niam is a given name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'rules', 'order', or 'law'. It has seen a notable rise in modern usage in the United States, particularly within South Asian communities. The name offers a short, contemporary two-syllable sound that fits well into modern naming trends.
Popularity in the United States
1,798 babies in the United States have been named Niam since 1880. It ranks #3018 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1177.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.4 %)
- TX (13.2 %)
- NJ (12.7 %)
- IL (11.6 %)
- NY (10.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 12 |
| 2000-2010 | 70 |
| 2010-2019 | 896 |
| 2020-2029 | 820 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Sanskrit word 'Niyama', which denotes moral duties, rules, or spiritual observances.
- Nearly half of all recorded U.S. births for boys named Niam have occurred since 2020.