Nehemia
boy name#10695 in 2025Nehemia entered the US charts in 2003, peaked at #8732 in 2006, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2003–2025
#10695
rank today
#8732
peak (2006)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #11180 |
| 2010s | #9718 |
| 2020s | #10485 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nehemia are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nehemia is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nehemia in 2025?
- Nehemia ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nehemia most popular?
- Nehemia peaked in 2006, reaching #8732 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nehemia with classmates?
- Nehemia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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