Nikita is a unisex baby name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Nikita was given to 34 boys, ranking No. 3430 for boys and 32 girls, ranking No. 4431 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Nikita
In 2024, Nikita was given to 34 boys, ranking No. 3430 for boys and 32 girls, ranking No. 4431 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1949 and shows 13,610 recorded births between 1949 and 2024.
Is Nikita Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Nikita shows up for both boys and girls in recent U.S. records, which makes it a reasonable option for parents comparing unisex baby names.
Why Parents Compare Nikita
Parents comparing Nikita often look at popularity, spelling familiarity, sound, and how the name fits with sibling names or a family surname.
Names like Nikita are often compared by recent popularity, staying power across generations, and whether the overall style feels familiar, modern, classic, or flexible.
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