Nyah

Meaning & origin

The female first name Nyah originates from the African region and means "the second". It is a shortened form of the name Nyahuma, which is given as a second name in some African cultures. The meaning of the name often symbolizes the role as the second child in the family or as the second wife in a polygamous marriage. Nyah is also popular as an independent first name and is often given as a sign of appreciation for the second-born.

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