Nehemiah
girl name#5099 in 2025Nehemiah entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #4107 in 2010, ranks #5099 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
#5099
rank today
#4107
peak (2010)
25
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #11192 |
| 2000s | #6198 |
| 2010s | #5147 |
| 2020s | #5419 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nehemiah has been most popular in CA, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Nehemiah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nehemiah is a kid of about 12 — 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 Nehemiah in 2025?
- Nehemiah ranks #5099 among US girl names in 2025, with 25 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nehemiah most popular?
- Nehemiah peaked in 2010, reaching #4107 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nehemiah with classmates?
- Nehemiah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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