Naomi
pleasant, beautiful
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- Girl
- Country
- United States
- Pronunciation
- nay-OH-mee
- Popularity
- rising
Common nicknames
Nomi
About the name Naomi
Naomi is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "pleasant, beautiful". It is most commonly used in Christian families and is especially popular in United States.
Naomi has been climbing in the US since 2000 and now sits inside the top 100 for girls. In the Book of Ruth, Naomi is Ruth's mother-in-law; her name means 'pleasant.' It carries strong meaning in Jewish tradition and has recently been popularized in secular circles by prominent contemporary bearers.
Popularity trend: Naomi has been gaining ground with parents in recent years.
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Frequently asked about Naomi
- What does the name Naomi mean?
- Naomi means "pleasant, beautiful". It's a girl name of Hebrew origin, most commonly used in Christian families and popular in United States.
- Where does the name Naomi come from?
- Naomi originates from Hebrew. On Babbloom it's classified in the Christian naming tradition.
- Is Naomi a boy or girl name?
- Naomi is a girl name.