Nemiah is a unique and rare name of Hebrew origin. It means "God is with me" or "Comfort from God." The name is derived from the Hebrew name Immanuel, which is composed of the elements 'Im' meaning "with" and 'El' meaning "God." In the Bible, Immanuel is used as a prophecy about the Messiah, who would be born of a virgin and bear the names of both God and man. Nemiah may also have been inspired by the prophet Isaiah's prediction that a child would be born whose name would be Immanuel (Isaiah 7:14). Throughout history, this name has not been widely used but has appeared sporadically in various cultures. It is often associated with strength, faith, and divine presence. Today, Nemiah continues to be an uncommon yet meaningful name choice for parents seeking a distinctive name with deep spiritual roots.
The name Nemiah has seen a fluctuating but overall increasing trend of usage over the years in the United States. From 7 births in 1914, it experienced some peaks such as 8 births in 1922 and 12 births in 2010, indicating periods of popularity. However, there were also low points like 5 births in 1924 and 2003. Despite these fluctuations, the name has maintained a consistent presence with at least 5 births every decade since the 1910s until the present day, totaling 222 births over the years.
This steady usage shows that Nemiah is not just a fleeting trend but rather a name with enduring appeal. It's also encouraging to see an increase in recent years, with 6 births recorded in 2023 alone. This suggests that many parents continue to find this name appealing and choose it for their children, contributing to its longevity in the American naming landscape.