Nieman
Pronunciation: [ n-EEM-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Nieman first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 6 babies have been named Nieman in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nieman is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,015 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #22,015
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Nieman
Nieman is a boy name .
Nieman is currently ranked #22,015 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nieman include Nie, Niem, Niemy, Niemie, Niy, Niie, and Niekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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