Mountain antelope or gazelle
Nyala is primarily derived from the Bantu languages of Southern Africa, specifically referring to a spiral-horned antelope native to the region. The name is also associated with a town in Sudan and is used in various African cultures as a name reflecting grace and the natural world. It has gained some international attention as a melodic, nature-inspired choice for girls.
Less common today
Nyala isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,197 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
A character in the video game series Β· The Sims 4
A character in the fantasy novel 'The Girl from the Other Side' Β· The Girl from the Other Side