Naomi
Naomi is a Hebrew name meaning 'pleasantness' or 'my delight.' It appears in the Old Testament as the mother-in-law of Ruth, known for her loyalty and grace during hardship.
Current Popularity
#44 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Has strong biblical significance with positive associations
- •Works well across many cultures and doesn't sound dated
- •The 'o' can be pronounced as 'oh' or 'ay' depending on regional preference
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Statistics
186,852
Total births since 1880
2024
Peak year
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