Niobe Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNY-oh-bee / /ˈnaɪ.oʊ.bi/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'newly born'; Latin: 'the one who is new'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek mythology, Niobe was the daughter of Tantalus and the wife of Amphion, known for her tragic story of losing her children. She was often depicted in art and literature as a symbol of grief and mourning. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, reflecting themes of loss and resilience.
Trend Summary
The name Niobe has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low profile in terms of popularity.
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International Variants
- Niobe (Italian)
- Niobé (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Niobe was first seen in the United States in 2003. Niobe has ranked as high as #1309 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Niobe has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Niobe (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |