Naoma Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Naoma is a Hebrew name derived from Naomi, meaning 'pleasantness' or 'delight'. It evolved from the biblical Naomi and signifies positive traits. It is less common but has cultural significance, particularly in biblical contexts. Naoma is seen positively in modern usage and has notable individuals associated with it.
The name Naoma is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Naoma has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Naoma' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 858th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1121st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3046th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8706th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Naoma' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Naoma"
Pronunciation
/neɪˈoʊ.mə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Naoma derives from the Hebrew name Naomi, which means 'pleasantness' or 'delight'. It is a feminine name that has biblical roots.
Meaning
pleasantness, delight
Language Evolution
Naomi (Hebrew), Naoma (English)
Biblical Background
Naoma is a derivative of Naomi, a prominent figure in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Ruth, where she is the mother-in-law of Ruth.
Historical Usage
Naomi gained popularity in various cultures due to its biblical significance, while Naoma has seen usage as an alternative form in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Naomi, Nomi, Noemi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Naoma is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with kindness and warmth.
Famous People
Naoma McLean, Naoma K. Moore
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Naoma"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Naoma"
"Naoma" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 858th of 9107 | 1,243 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1121st of 9204 | 797 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3046th of 12526 | 280 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8706th of 19264 | 63 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Naoma" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Naoma" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
58.76% 832nd/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
35.93% 850th/2366 |
92.64% 1058th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
77.88% 1204th/1546 |
- |
47.98% 1129th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Naoma"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Naoma" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.