Nemesis

“Greek” — Associated with the idea of balance and justice

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14654US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

160All-time births

📅 Since 197900

How to pronounce Nemesis

NEM·us·is

/ˈnɛm.əs.ɪs/ · stress on NEM · 3 syllables

“Greek”

Associated with the idea of balance and justice · Greece origin

What does Nemesis mean and where does it come from?

In Greek mythology, Nemesis is the goddess of retribution and vengeance, who enacts punishment on those who succumb to hubris. This name embodies the concept of divine retribution and is often associated with the idea of balance and justice. The name has been used in various cultural contexts and li

Cultural significance

Nemesis has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #6606 in 1996 — currently #14654 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Nemesis?

Nemesis works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Nemesis Grace

How popular is Nemesis right now?

Rising fast — up 908 spots — currently #14654 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#14654 · Top 11%

1990

1995

2000

2005

2015

2020

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#14654	6	▲ up 908 · +20% births
2020	#15562	5	▼ down 3387 · -37% births
2015	#12175	8	▲ up 2975 · +33% births
2005	#15150	6	▼ down 2803 · -14% births
2000	#12347	7	▲ up 1999 · +40% births
1995	#14346	5	▼ down 7168 · -58% births
1990	#7178	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Nemesis

Best Year1990Rank #7178

Peak Count12

Average Rank#13059

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20237 years

The story of Nemesis

Nemesis is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1979. With 160 total births recorded, Nemesis remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7178 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14654 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Nemesis in 1996:

Emily Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha

Nemesis by decade

Nemesis peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1990s ★	85
2000s	45
2010s	20
2020s	5

💎Nemesis has only 160 total recorded births since 1979 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Nemesis?

Common

NemNemieNemyEsis

What names sound and feel like Nemesis?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Nemesis also consider these

Genesis

English · English

Jenesis

American · Origin; birth

Yenesis

American · creative and unique

Greece · a name derived

Persis

Greece · Persian

Elenis

Greece · a variation of

How is Nemesis written in other languages?

Νεμεσις

Ancient Greek

Common questions about the name Nemesis

What does the name Nemesis mean?

Nemesis means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Nemesis?

Nemesis is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Nemesis have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Nemesis?

Nemesis originates from Greece tradition. Greece 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 Nemesis?

Nemesis is a three-syllable name pronounced N EH1 M AH0 S IH0 S. 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 Nemesis?

Nemesis pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.