Boy Name
Nehemiah
"God comforts, consolation of God"
Ranked #426 for boys
About the Name Nehemiah
Meaning
God comforts, consolation of God
Origin
HebrewGender
Boy
First Letter
NBoy Rank
#426
Girl Rank
#7468
Nehemiah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. The name means "God comforts, consolation of God" and Currently ranked #426 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with N or explore other Hebrew names.
Popularity Over Time
#146 1950
#132 1960
#235 1970
#705 1980
#1157 1990
#5718 2000
#9188 2010
#3859 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
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