Naomi
Naomi is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Pleasantness or delight.
Origin and history
Naomi is a classic name of Hebrew origin meaning 'pleasantness'. It has a long tradition of use in the English-speaking world, appearing prominently in the Old Testament Book of Ruth. Today, it remains a consistently popular and modern choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
191,547 babies in the United States have been named Naomi since 1880. It ranks #205 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #46.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.7 %)
- TX (8 %)
- NY (7.2 %)
- PA (5.4 %)
- OH (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 629 |
| 1890-1900 | 2,074 |
| 1900-1910 | 3,700 |
| 1910-1920 | 12,031 |
| 1920-1930 | 18,184 |
| 1930-1940 | 13,500 |
| 1940-1950 | 8,951 |
| 1950-1960 | 7,495 |
| 1960-1970 | 6,161 |
| 1970-1980 | 8,426 |
| 1980-1990 | 10,864 |
| 1990-2000 | 12,910 |
| 2000-2010 | 23,763 |
| 2010-2019 | 36,194 |
| 2020-2029 | 26,665 |
Famous people named Naomi
- Naomi Watts: Actress, Producer
- Naomi Osaka: Athlete, Tennis Player
- Naomi Campbell: Model, Cultural Icon
Nicknames
Nomi, Nay
Fun facts
- In the Old Testament, Naomi changes her name to Mara, meaning 'bitter', after experiencing hardship, though she remains best known as Naomi.
- While widely known as a Hebrew name, Naomi is also a completely independent, traditional feminine name in Japan with various kanji meanings.