Neimiah is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the word "ne'umiya", which means "comfort" or "consolation". It is a variant spelling of the more commonly known name, "Naomi".
The name Neimiah first appears in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Ruth. In this story, Naomi has two sons, Mahlon and Chilion, both of whom marry foreign women - Orpah and Ruth respectively. After her husband's death, Naomi decides to return to her hometown of Bethlehem with her daughters-in-law. She tells them that they should remain in their own land and remarry, but they refuse to leave her. Eventually, Naomi and Ruth make it back to Bethlehem together.
In the Bible story, Neimiah is not mentioned by name, only referred to as Naomi's son. However, the name has been used throughout history as a male given name. It was popular among Jewish communities in Europe during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods, but it did not gain widespread use until the 20th century.
Today, Neimiah is considered an uncommon but attractive name choice for boys. Its biblical origins give it a classic and timeless feel, while its unique spelling makes it stand out from other names of Hebrew origin. Parents who choose this name may be drawn to its meaning of comfort or consolation, hoping that their son will bring happiness and joy into their lives.
The name Neimiah has a consistent presence in the United States over the years, with five babies being named Neimiah each year from 2004 to 2009. This steady rate of fifteen births over this six-year period indicates that while not extremely popular, the name Neimiah is regularly chosen by parents for their newborn sons during these years.