US Popularity:3650
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Irish
Meaning:River; Champion; Cloud
The river of life is a long one, and this name will help baby navigate even the harshest of waters. Nile is a masculine name of Latin origin, meaning “river.” The Nile River is the longest river in the world and runs through the African continent, in places like Tanzania, Kenya, and Ethiopia, to name a few. Nile also has possible Irish origins, where it means “champion” or “cloud,” and derives from Neil. Regardless of which meaning you prefer, Nile is a name symbolic of success and strength!

Nile Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Nile is currently #3471 on The Bump
Boy:Nile is currently #1952 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Nile is currently #3650 in U.S. births
Boy:Nile is currently #1777 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#1777
in 2023
- 170
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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