“a good person, blessed” — Associated with goodness and benevolence
Swahili-speaking countries origin · Unisex name
♂ 30% boys♀ 70% girls
#1200US 2023
1kBirths / yr
→Stable
859All-time births
📅 Since 197200
How to pronounce Neema
NAY·EE·muh
/ˈneɪ.ˈiː.mə/ · stress on NAY · 3 syllables
“a good person, blessed”
Associated with goodness and benevolence · Swahili-speaking countries origin
What does Neema mean and where does it come from?
Neema is predominantly a name found in Swahili-speaking regions, particularly in East Africa. It carries a positive connotation associated with goodness and benevolence. The Hebrew meaning connects it to nurturing and caring qualities. Notable figures with this name include Neema from traditional st
Cultural significance
Neema has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Swahili-speaking countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a good person, blessed.
Peak popularity
Reached #3343 in 2019 — currently #1200 in the US.
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Holding steady — currently #1200 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1975–2023#1200 · Top 0.89%
1975
1980
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2005
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2015
2020
2021
2022
2023
Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#1200
1,000
▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022
#1205
980
▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021
#1210
950
▲ up 3243 · +3067% births
2020
#4453
30
▲ up 434 · +7% births
2015
#4887
28
▲ up 1165 · +27% births
2010
#6052
22
▲ up 6082 · +175% births
2005
#12134
8
▼ down 3920 · -33% births
2000
#8214
12
▲ up 4097 · +100% births
1995
#12311
6
▼ down 324
1990
#11987
6
▼ down 2163
1980
#9824
6
▼ down 2015 · -14% births
1975
#7809
7
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Neema
2023Rank #1200
1,000
#6774
↗Rising
1975 - 202312 years
The story of Neema
Neema is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1972. With 859 total births recorded, Neema remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7809 in 1975 to #1200 in 2023. Neema is used for both genders: 70% female and 30% male.
Neema means "a good person, blessed" — a name rooted in Swahili-speaking countries tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Neema?
Neema is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Neema?
Neema originates from Swahili-speaking countries tradition. Swahili-speaking countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Neema?
Neema is a three-syllable name pronounced N EY1 IY1 M AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Neema?
Neema pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Swahili-speaking countries heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Neema
For a sister
Neema & Kamari♡
Neema & Cheza♡
Neema & Shukura♡
Neema & Kwanza♡
For a brother
Neema & Kamari♡
Neema & Jabari♡
Neema & Kwanza♡
Neema & Akoi♡
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