Unknown; possibly a modern elaboration of Nia or Niya
Niyonna is a modern American name likely created by combining the Swahili name Nia, meaning 'purpose', with the popular '-onna' suffix. It may also be a variant of the name Nyona or related to the Celtic name Rhiannon, though its usage is primarily contemporary. As a rare name, it offers a unique sound while feeling familiar through its phonetic components.
Less common today
Niyonna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,046 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
