Victorious people
Nikiyah is a modern American elaboration of the name Nicole or Nika, ultimately derived from the Greek name Nike. It combines the classic root for victory with a contemporary rhythmic suffix common in African American naming traditions.
Less common today
Nikiyah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,798 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
