Nia
Meaning of Nia
The name Nia is a beautiful and concise choice for a baby girl, pronounced as NEE-uh (/niːə/). Its origin can be traced back to multiple cultures. In Welsh, Nia is derived from "Niamh," meaning "radiance" or "brightness." It also has Swahili roots, where it means "purpose," making it a meaningful name across different regions. The name has been steadily popular in the United States over the decades, with its highest rank being 307th in the year 2000. Variations of the name include Nya, offering a slightly different yet equally charming option. Nia's simplicity and elegance make it an enduring favorite for parents seeking a name that is both unique and rich in cultural significance.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as NEE-uh (/niːə/)
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Notable People Named Nia
| Savelina Fanene, also known as Nia Jax, is an Australian-American professional wrestler signed to WWE, where she has held titles such as Raw Women's Champion and WWE Women's Tag Team Champion. |
| Nia Talita Long is an American actress known for her roles in Black cinema, including Boyz n the Hood, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Friday, Love Jones, and Soul Food. |
| Nia Sharma is a popular Indian actress and model, recognized for her roles in Hindi television shows such as Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai, Jamai Raja, Ishq Mein Marjawan, and Naagin 4, as well as for being a finalist on Khatron Ke Khiladi 8 in 2017. |
| Nia DaCosta is an accomplished American film director, screenwriter, and producer known for her work on films like "Little Woods" and "Candyman," and for being the first black woman to direct a superhero film. |
| Nia Vardalos - Antonia Eugenia Vardalos is a Canadian actress and screenwriter known for her work on the romantic comedy film My Big Fat Greek Wedding, which earned her nominations for an Academy Award and a Golden Globe. |
| Nia Imani Franklin is an American composer and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss America 2019 in September 2018. |
| Nia Camille Dennis is a retired American collegiate artistic gymnast who was a member of the USA National Team and the UCLA Bruins women's gymnastics team. |
| Nia Peeples - Virenia "Nia" Peeples is a multi-talented American singer and actress known for her roles in TV series such as Fame, Pretty Little Liars, The Young and the Restless, Walker, Texas Ranger, and The Fosters. |
| Nia Clouden is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Sparks in the WNBA, known for her college career at Michigan State and being drafted 12th overall in 2022. |
| Nia Williams - Nia Jensen is a retired American soccer defender who last played for FC Kansas City in the National Women's Soccer League. |
| Nia Roberts is a Welsh actress married to director Marc Evans. |
| Nia Ramadhani, born as Prianti Nur Ramadhani, is a well-known Indonesian actress. |
| Nia Jones is a versatile athlete who has represented Wales in both netball and football, earning recognition with awards such as the FAW Young Player of the Year and nominations for the SportingWales Magazine and UWIC Rising Star Award. |
| Nia Kai Reed is a professional volleyball player for the United States women's national volleyball team and the Omaha Supernovas. |
| Nia Coffey is a prominent American professional basketball player known for her role as a small forward with the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA, having been drafted as the fifth overall pick in the 2017 draft. |
