Nakiah is of Hawaiian origin and means "first ray of sunlight." It is a unisex name, but it's more commonly used for girls. The name has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and meaning. Nakiah can also be spelled as Nakai or Nakiha, offering some flexibility with the spelling while maintaining the original pronunciation. In Hawaiian culture, the first rays of sunlight are considered sacred and symbolize new beginnings, making Nakiah a powerful and meaningful name choice.
The name Nakiah experienced varying popularity over the years, with a notable peak between 1995 and 2007 where it consistently appeared in the top 200 names each year. However, its usage has since declined, falling out of the Social Security Administration's Top 1000 names list after 2018.