Nechama Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationneh-KHAH-mah / nɛˈχɑː.mɑHebrew
Meaning
comfort
Historical & Cultural Background
Nechama is a Hebrew name often associated with the concept of consolation and comfort. It is commonly used in Jewish communities and reflects a cultural emphasis on support during difficult times. The name has historical significance in Jewish texts and traditions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nechama
- Nehama
International Variants
- Nehama (Hebrew)
Famous people named Nechama
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Fictional characters named Nechama
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nechama was first seen in the United States in 1950. Nechama has ranked as high as #1255 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Nechama has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nechama (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 70 | |
| NY | 48 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 27 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1973 | 30 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 28 |
| 1976 | 24 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 38 |
| 1981 | 44 |
| 1982 | 42 |
| 1983 | 50 |
| 1984 | 47 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1989 | 46 |
| 1990 | 47 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 63 |
| 1993 | 53 |
| 1994 | 71 |
| 1995 | 54 |
| 1996 | 63 |
| 1997 | 56 |
| 1998 | 66 |
| 1999 | 65 |
| 2000 | 83 |
| 2001 | 75 |
| 2002 | 69 |
| 2003 | 75 |
| 2004 | 89 |
| 2005 | 86 |
| 2006 | 86 |
| 2007 | 89 |
| 2008 | 100 |
| 2009 | 106 |
| 2010 | 95 |
| 2011 | 108 |
| 2012 | 83 |
| 2013 | 102 |
| 2014 | 111 |
| 2015 | 118 |
| 2016 | 112 |
| 2017 | 79 |
| 2018 | 119 |
| 2019 | 103 |
| 2020 | 121 |
| 2021 | 126 |
| 2022 | 138 |
| 2023 | 135 |
| 2024 | 135 |