Nayele
An Arabic feminine name meaning "Successful" or "Winner".
Name Census estimates that about 13 living Americans carry the first name Nayele. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Nayele today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Nayele births was 2001 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Nayele. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Nayele. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
13
~ 1 in 26,365,718 Americans
Peak year
2001
8 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2003 SSA rank
#17,616
Tracked since 2001
Popularity
Nayele: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Nayele by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Nayele during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 0 | 13 | 13 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Nayele
The name Nayele originates from the Akan language spoken in Ghana and other parts of West Africa. It is believed to have roots in the Akan phrase "nye le," which translates to "it is mine" or "it belongs to me."
The earliest recorded use of the name Nayele dates back to the 17th century, during the height of the Ashanti Empire in present-day Ghana. It was a popular name among the Akan people, particularly in the Ashanti region, where it was often given to children as a symbol of ownership or belonging.
One of the earliest known historical references to the name Nayele can be found in the oral traditions and folktales of the Akan people. In these stories, Nayele was often depicted as a strong, independent, and resourceful woman who overcame various challenges through her wit and determination.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Nayele. One of the most famous was Nayele Amissah (1850-1932), a Ghanaian trader and entrepreneur who played a significant role in the economic development of the Ashanti region during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Another prominent figure was Nayele Quaye (1920-2005), a Ghanaian educator and women's rights activist who dedicated her life to promoting education and empowering women in her country. She was instrumental in establishing several schools and educational programs throughout Ghana.
In the realm of arts and culture, Nayele Amevor (1935-2010) was a renowned Ghanaian dancer and choreographer who helped to preserve and promote traditional Ghanaian dance forms. She was widely recognized for her contributions to the development of African dance and was awarded several honors for her work.
Moving to the literary world, Nayele Agbele (1945-2018) was a celebrated Ghanaian author and poet whose works explored themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the experiences of African women. Her poetry collections and novels received critical acclaim and were widely read throughout West Africa and beyond.
Lastly, Nayele Abrahams (1960-present) is a contemporary Ghanaian artist and sculptor whose works have been exhibited internationally. Her distinctive style, which combines traditional Ghanaian motifs with modern techniques, has earned her recognition as one of the most influential artists of her generation.
These are just a few examples of the notable individuals who have carried the name Nayele throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence and significance within the Akan culture and beyond.
People
Nayele + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Nayele as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Nayele: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Nayele?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 13 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Nayele going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 26,365,718 US residents.
Is Nayele a common name?
We classify Nayele as "Very Rare". It ranks above 33.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 13 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Nayele most popular?
The single biggest year for Nayele was 2001, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Nayele is about 24 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Nayele in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Nayele a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Nayele in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Nayele still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Nayele in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Nayele can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Nayele?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.