Nyomi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nyomi is a name with Hebrew roots, meaning 'pleasantness' or 'delight', evolving from the biblical name Naomi. It reflects positive traits and has gained popularity in the modern era, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has biblical relevance through its association with Naomi in the Book of Ruth.
The name Nyomi is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Nyomi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Nyomi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11096th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2583rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1094th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nyomi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nyomi"
Pronunciation
/naɪˈoʊmi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Nyomi is derived from the Hebrew name Naomi, which means 'pleasantness' or 'delight'.
Meaning
pleasantness, delight
Language Evolution
Naomi (Hebrew), Noemi (Spanish and Italian), Naomy (various adaptations)
Biblical Background
The name Naomi appears in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Ruth, where Naomi is the mother-in-law of Ruth and plays a significant role in the narrative.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1990s, as variations of Hebrew names became more fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Naomi, Noemi, Nayomi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Nyomi is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Nyomi Banxxx (adult film actress), Nyomi Smith (British model and influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nyomi"
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 "Nyomi"
"Nyomi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11096th of 27321 | 79 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2583rd of 35406 | 1,038 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1094th of 30306 | 2,805 |
Regional Popularity of "Nyomi" 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 "Nyomi" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.48% 3046th/4582 |
42.20% 2179th/5164 |
34.92% 2554th/7313 |
32.51% 2426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.04% 878th/3984 |
30.29% 1359th/4487 |
13.60% 928th/6822 |
24.92% 1564th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nyomi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nyomi" 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.