Nyomi Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnee-OH-mee / /niːˈoʊmi/Hebrew; African
Meaning
Hebrew: 'my delight'; African: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
Nyomi is a name that has roots in both Hebrew and African cultures. In Hebrew, it conveys a sense of joy and delight. The African origin often emphasizes the notion of a gift, reflecting cultural values around family and community. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly among those seeking unique and meaningful names for girls.
Trend Summary
Nyomi has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Naomi
International Variants
- Naomi (Hebrew)
- Noémi (French)
- Noemi (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nyomi was first seen in the United States in 1982. Nyomi has ranked as high as #1038 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Nyomi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nyomi (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 27 | |
CA | 25 | |
FL | 22 | |
OH | 22 | |
SC | 21 | |
NC | 20 | |
GA | 20 | |
IL | 19 | |
PA | 15 | |
VA | 15 | |
TN | 14 | |
IN | 10 | |
LA | 9 | |
NY | 9 | |
AL | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1982 | 7 |
1985 | 5 |
1986 | 5 |
1987 | 6 |
1991 | 7 |
1992 | 10 |
1993 | 7 |
1994 | 7 |
1995 | 13 |
1996 | 12 |
1997 | 20 |
1998 | 22 |
1999 | 34 |
2000 | 19 |
2001 | 37 |
2002 | 34 |
2003 | 58 |
2004 | 55 |
2005 | 68 |
2006 | 90 |
2007 | 76 |
2008 | 93 |
2009 | 103 |
2010 | 99 |
2011 | 104 |
2012 | 126 |
2013 | 136 |
2014 | 141 |
2015 | 187 |
2016 | 161 |
2017 | 196 |
2018 | 200 |
2019 | 254 |
2020 | 263 |
2021 | 292 |
2022 | 293 |
2023 | 344 |
2024 | 338 |