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Niobe

Girl Name #20,477 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Niobe is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Niobe often also consider Ziane, Anautica, Temiloluwa .

Popularity Over Time

#20,477
Current Rank
Peaked 2004 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#20,477
Total SSA Count
7

Nicknames

Nio Niy Nioie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Niobe

Is Niobe a boy or girl name?
Niobe is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Niobe?
Niobe is currently ranked #20477 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Niobe?
Common nicknames for Niobe include Nio, Niy, and Nioie.
Is Niobe a common or rare name?
Niobe is an uncommon name, ranked #20477 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Niobe

Niobe is a girl name .

Niobe is currently ranked #20,477 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Niobe include Nio, Niy, and Nioie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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