Naija, pronounced NYE-jah (/ˈnaɪdʒə/), crests upon the tongue like a joyful Bollywood refrain. It currently ranks 922nd in the US for 2024, with 28 little girls already claiming it as their own. Inspired by the spirited nickname for Nigeria and echoing the Swahili word Nia—meaning purpose—Naija blends global soul with bright intention. It waltzes across cultures with enough pep to make even grandmothers break into a Bhangra step, and paints futures as vivid as a rangoli at dawn. This name carries an invitation to adventure and meaning, perfect for a daughter destined to shine from Chennai to Chicago.