Niobe

“A beloved name with deep roots”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13083US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

177All-time births

📅 Since 200300

What does Niobe mean and where does it come from?

Niobe (Νιόβη) is of ancient Greek origin, stemming from mythology. In mythology, Niobe was the daughter of Tantalus and the mother of fourteen children, known for her pride and eventual punishment by the gods for her arrogance. This historical significance gives the name weight and depth. It has bee

Cultural significance

Niobe has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a beloved name with deep roots.

Peak popularity

Reached #4285 in 2004 — currently #13083 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Niobe?

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

Niobe Grace

How popular is Niobe right now?

Rising fast — up 1728 spots — currently #13083 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#13083 · Top 9.7%

2005

2010

2020

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13083	7	▲ up 1728 · +17% births
2022	#14811	6	▼ down 1957 · -14% births
2020	#12854	7	▲ up 1646
2010	#14500	7	▼ down 8260 · -65% births
2005	#6240	20	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Niobe

Best Year2005Rank #6240

Peak Count20

Average Rank#12298

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20235 years

The story of Niobe

Niobe is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2003. With 177 total births recorded, Niobe remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6240 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13083 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Niobe in 2004:

Emily Emma Madison Olivia Hannah

Niobe by decade

Niobe peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
2000s ★	123
2010s	47
2020s	7

💎Niobe has only 177 total recorded births since 2003 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Niobe?

Common

NioNiobNiobieNioby

What names sound and feel like Niobe?

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

Niome

Hebrew · pleasantness

Niobi

Greece · daughter of Tantalus

Dione

Greece · Greek

Nicole

French · Victory of the

Nicoe

Italy · victorious people

England · lady of the

How is Niobe written in other languages?

Νιοβη

Ancient Greek

Common questions about the name Niobe

What does the name Niobe mean?

Niobe means "A beloved name with deep roots" — 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 Niobe?

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

What is the cultural origin of Niobe?

Niobe 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 does Niobe sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Niobe flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Niobe ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Niobe trending right now?

Niobe is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.