Eye, or a friend
In Sanskrit, the name is often associated with the eye or a sense of observation. In some Indian dialects, it can also carry the connotation of a friend or companion. It is a modern, short choice that is gaining some visibility in South Asian communities.
Less common today
Niyan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,787 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
