Nieka is a unique, feminine given name of Slavic origin, particularly popular among Baltic and Eastern European communities. It is derived from the Lithuanian word 'niekuras', which means 'no one'. Despite its seemingly negative connotation, Nieka signifies individuality and uniqueness, as it implies that no one else shares this exact name. The name Nieka has gained international recognition in recent years due to its distinctiveness and the increasing trend towards unique baby names. It has a simple yet elegant pronunciation, with the stress falling on the second syllable ('NEH-ka'). Nieka does not have any widely recognized alternate spellings or nicknames, maintaining its original uniqueness.
"The name Nieka experienced fluctuations in popularity over the decades, with a peak of 8 births in 1980, followed by a dip to 6 births in 1981. After a gap of nearly a decade, there were 7 births in 1990 and then 5 births in 1998. Overall, there have been a total of 26 births named Nieka during these years."