Nyls
Meaning: Standing like stone, evoking determination and resilience — the name Nyls embodies this quality
Origin: French
Gender: Boy
Rank in France: #2934
Total births: 299
History: Nyls shines in France with the allure of Simone Veil's courage. Found from Saint-Tropez's harbor to the ramparts of Carcassonne, it reflects a love of Émile Zola's naturalism. The name captures the joie de vivre of the café culture of Paris.
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| Current rank (2021) | #1933 |
| Babies named Nyls in 2021 | 13 |
| Total recorded in France | 278 |
| Peak year | 2019 (24 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1264 |
| Years in records | 1978–2021 (26 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 534 spots |
Frequently asked about Nyls
What does the name Nyls mean?
Nyls means “Standing like stone, evoking determination and resilience — the name Nyls embodies this quality” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Nyls?
Nyls has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Standing like stone, evoking determination and resilience — the name Nyls embodies this quality”.
How popular is Nyls in France?
Nyls ranked #1933 in France in 2021 — given to 13 babies that year.
When was Nyls most popular?
Nyls peaked in 2019 with 24 babies registered that year in France.
Is Nyls a boy or girl name?
Nyls is predominantly a boys' name in France — over 90% of Nylss in registered births are male.
Is the name Nyls rising or falling in popularity?
Nyls has fallen 534 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in France — from #1399 in 2016 to #1933 in 2021.
How long has Nyls been recorded in France?
Nyls appears in birth records in France across 26 years — from 1978 through 2021.