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Nehemia

Boy name

Nehemia has been given to 75 babies in the U.S. since 2003. It peaked in 2006. In 2025, about 1 in 284,679 boys was named Nehemia.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

75

Peak year

2006 (8 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

2003

10-year trend

▼ -14%

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Nehemia — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nehemia.

Sibling name ideas for Nehemia

Same era and popularity as Nehemia, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Nehemia?

Nehemia has been given to 75 babies in the U.S. since 2003. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Nehemia peak?

Nehemia peaked in 2006, when 8 babies were given the name.

Is Nehemia a girl or boy name?

Nehemia is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nehemia are boys).

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