Gift of God; unique
Iniyah is a modern American name likely derived from the Arabic name Inaya, which means concern, care, or protection. It is often interpreted by parents as meaning a gift or a unique blessing. Its usage has grown as a creative variation of traditional Arabic and African-American naming patterns.
Less common today
Iniyah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,974 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
