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Nehemia

Boy Name #23,199 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Nehemia is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Nehemia often also consider Freeland, Mannuel, Noahgabriel .

Popularity Over Time

#23,199
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#23,199
Total SSA Count
6

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Nicknames

Neh Ney Nehie Neheie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nehemia

Is Nehemia a boy or girl name?
Nehemia is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Nehemia?
Nehemia is currently ranked #23199 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Nehemia?
Common nicknames for Nehemia include Neh, Ney, Nehie, and Neheie.
Is Nehemia a common or rare name?
Nehemia is an uncommon name, ranked #23199 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nehemia

Nehemia is a boy name .

Nehemia is currently ranked #23,199 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nehemia include Neh, Ney, Nehie, and Neheie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Nehemia include Nehemiah, Nehemias . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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