Nakiah

Nakiah is a name used for both genders, though originally more common for boys. Its etymological origins are somewhat uncertain, but it may have connections to several linguistic traditions. Some sources suggest it could be related to Hebrew 'Nakdimon' meaning 'breaker' or could be a variant of the Arabic name 'Zakiyah' meaning 'pure' or 'intelligent.' The name emerged in American naming patterns primarily in the 1990s and continued to see modest usage into the 2000s. Nakiah has a melodic quality with emphasis on the second syllable (na-KI-ah). The name may also be spelled 'Nakia' or 'Nakiyah' as phonetic variants. While relatively uncommon, Nakiah represents contemporary naming trends emphasizing distinctive sounds and spellings.

Nakiah is also given to girls.

Pronounced nuh-KY-uh.

As of October 2026, Nakiah ranked #14697 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #3704 in 2002.