Nyjah is a modern American name with no established meaning; it is best described as a "modern creation" that pairs the trendy Ny- opening with the -jah ending of Elijah and Isaiah. Professional skateboarder Nyjah Huston, the most decorated competitor in his sport, brought the name to a wide audience. Nyjah had fewer than five births in 2000, peaked at number 2035 in 2014 and ranks number 2919 in 2025 with 43 births.