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Nehemiah

Boy · Hebrew · Long name

Meaning
Yahweh comforts
Pronunciation
nee-uh-MY-uh
Origin
Hebrew

From Hebrew meaning Yahweh comforts.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Hebrew, English

Commonly used in: United States, Israel, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • NechemyaHebrew

    Hebrew transliteration.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Hebrew Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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