Nehemias Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationneh-EM-ee-as / nɛˈhɛm.i.əsHebrew; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: Comforted by God; Spanish: Variant of Nehemiah
Historical & Cultural Background
Nehemias is derived from the Hebrew name Nehemiah, which appears in the Old Testament as a leader who helped rebuild Jerusalem. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly among Jewish communities. In Spanish-speaking countries, Nehemias is a common variant that reflects the influence of biblical names in the region.
Trend Summary
Nehemias has seen limited use in the U.S., with occasional appearances in various communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nehemiah
- Nehemias
International Variants
- Nehemías (Spanish)
- Nehemiah (English)
Famous people named Nehemias
Nehemias G. A. de Andrade, a Brazilian politician known for his work in local governance.
Nehemias S. de Oliveira, a Brazilian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Nehemias
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nehemias was first seen in the United States in 1968. Nehemias has ranked as high as #1257 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Nehemias has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nehemias (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 16 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| PA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 38 |
| 2006 | 66 |
| 2007 | 56 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2011 | 68 |
| 2012 | 54 |
| 2013 | 59 |
| 2014 | 74 |
| 2015 | 86 |
| 2016 | 89 |
| 2017 | 102 |
| 2018 | 100 |
| 2019 | 102 |
| 2020 | 84 |
| 2021 | 86 |
| 2022 | 76 |
| 2023 | 101 |
| 2024 | 103 |