| Meaning | comforted by God |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Nehemiah |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Syllabification | Ne-he-mi-ah |
Nehemiah is a baby boy name with a profound biblical origin and a powerful meaning. Derived from the Hebrew name "Nehemya," it carries the beautiful significance of being comforted by God or experiencing divine consolation. This name is a testament to faith and strength, evoking a sense of reassurance and support.
With no widely recognized variations, Nehemiah stands on its own as a distinctive and memorable name. Its similarity to other biblical names such as Ezra, Isaiah, and Jeremiah makes it an excellent choice for parents seeking a strong, meaningful name rooted in religious traditions.
Nehemiah has historical and literary connections through famous individuals who bear the name. From Nehemiah Persoff, the American actor, to Nehemiah Scudder, a fictional character in Robert A. Heinlein's "Stranger in a Strange Land," the name Nehemiah has left its mark in various fields.
Choosing Nehemiah for a baby boy bestows upon him a name of strength, faith, and divine comfort, setting the stage for a life filled with resilience and spiritual guidance.
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| Nehemiah Persoff | American actor |
| Nehemiah Jordan | American football player |
| Nehemiah Griego | American murderer |
| Nehemiah Heckler | British diplomat |
| Nehemiah Curtis James | American artist and writer |
| Nehemiah Mabry | American football player |
| Nehemiah Green | American politician |
| Nehemiah Matlagotlhe | Botswana politician |
| Nehemiah Cleveland | American theologian |
| Nehemiah Wharton | American entrepreneur |
| Nehemiah Cleary | Irish politician |
| Nehemiah Knight | American lawyer and politician |
| Nehemiah Allen | American politician |
| Nehemiah Caulfield | Australian rules footballer |
| Nehemiah J. Colburn | American author and educator |
| Nehemiah Abbott | American politician |
| Nehemiah H. Earll Jr. | American politician |
| Nehemiah Perry | American football player |
| Nehemiah Sleeth | The Stars Are Also Fire by Poul Anderson |
| Nehemiah Coot | Disney comics character |
| Nehemiah W. Dexter | The Leopard's Spots by Thomas Dixon Jr |
| Nehemiah Appleby | Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter |
| Nehemiah Darke | The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins |
| Nehemiah Flapp | One Day at Horrorland by R.L. Stine |
| Nehemiah Stote | Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs |
| Nehemiah Scudder | To Sail Beyond the Sunset by Robert A. Heinlein |
| Nehemiah Beal | The Little Minister by J.M. Barrie |
| Nehemiah Higgins | The Misadventures of Maude March by Audrey Couloumbis |
| Nehemiah Persoff | The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms |
| Nehemiah Poynter | Men of Iron by Howard Pyle |
| Nehemiah Slump | Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens |
| Nehemiah Trot | Five Children and It by E. Nesbit |
| Nehemiah Stebbins | The Card by Arnold Bennett |
| Nehemiah Landin | The Angels of Mons by Arthur Machen |
| Nehemiah Swift | The Secret of the Old Clock by Carolyn Keene |
| Nehemiah Minton | Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy by John le Carré |