Purpose or goal; also associated with a highland antelope
Nyalah is a modern variant of the name Nyala. In Swahili, the word 'Nia' means purpose, while 'Nyala' refers to a graceful species of African antelope. It is often chosen by parents seeking a unique, melodic name with roots in African languages.
Less common today
Nyalah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,861 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
