Naomia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Naomia is a variant of the Hebrew name Na'omi, which means 'pleasantness' or 'delight'. It has evolved from its biblical roots through history, maintaining a connection to its original meaning. The name is linked to biblical relevance through the figure of Naomi in the Book of Ruth. Naomia is seen as a modern and unique name, reflecting kindness and warmth.
The name Naomia is most popular in Georgia, 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, Naomia has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Naomia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1816th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1893rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4692nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Naomia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Naomia"
Pronunciation
/nɑːˈoʊmiːə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Naomia is derived from the Hebrew name Na'omi, which means 'pleasantness' or 'delight'.
Meaning
pleasantness, delight
Language Evolution
Na'omi (Hebrew), Naomia (English)
Biblical Background
Naomia is a variant of Naomi, a significant figure in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Ruth, where she is Ruth's mother-in-law.
Historical Usage
The name Naomi has been used since biblical times and has seen a resurgence in popularity in the 20th century, leading to variants like Naomia.
Variants & Derivatives
Naomi, Noemi, Nomi
Modern Popularity & Image
Naomia is perceived as a unique and modern variant of the classic name Naomi, often associated with qualities of kindness and warmth.
Famous People
Naomi Judd, Naomi Watts, Naomi Osaka
Explore More Naomia Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Naomia"
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 "Naomia"
"Naomia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1816th of 9107 | 375 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1893rd of 9204 | 345 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4692nd of 12526 | 134 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Naomia" 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 "Naomia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
75.61% 1789th/2366 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Naomia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Naomia" 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.