Nikeria is a unique and captivating name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba tribe's name for Nigeria, 'Nigeri'. It signifies 'one who comes from Niger', adding a touch of geographic elegance to its bearer.
The name Nikeria saw a consistent rise in popularity between 1994 and 1998, peaking at 15 births in both 1998 and 2000. However, after 2000, the number of births began to fluctuate, with a significant drop to 6 births in 2004. Since then, the frequency has remained relatively steady but low, with an average of around 7 births per year from 2004 onwards. Over the entire period from 1994 to 2009, there were a total of 156 babies named Nikeria.