Nymeria

“Mystic, fantasy name, associated with water”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5684US 2023

22Births / yr

↓Falling

81All-time births

📅 Since 201200

What does Nymeria mean and where does it come from?

Nymeria is primarily known as a fictional character from George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series, illustrated in the television adaptation 'Game of Thrones'. The name Nymeria is derived from a warrior queen of the Rhoynar in the lore, which brings with it a sense of strength and indepen

Cultural significance

Nymeria has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of mystic, fantasy name, associated with water.

Peak popularity

Reached #5764 in 2019 — currently #5684 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Nymeria?

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

Nymeria Grace

How popular is Nymeria right now?

Falling — down 254 spots — currently #5684 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#5684 · Top 4.2%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5684	22	▼ down 254 · -8% births
2022	#5430	24	▲ up 916 · +26% births
2021	#6346	19	▲ up 1945 · +46% births
2020	#8291	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Nymeria

Best Year2022Rank #5430

Peak Count24

Average Rank#6438

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Nymeria

Nymeria is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 81 total births recorded, Nymeria remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8291 in 2020 to #5684 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Nymeria in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

💎Nymeria has only 81 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Nymeria?

Common

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What names sound and feel like Nymeria?

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

Nyteria

American · The name Nyteria

Nyzeria

American · new beginning, fresh

Nykeria

American · A modern name

Nyjeria

American · A beloved name

Tymeria

American · a modern and

Zymeria

American · English

Kymeria

American · Variant of Chimaera,

Nygeria

USA · Possibly derived from

Common questions about the name Nymeria

What does the name Nymeria mean?

Nymeria means "Mystic, fantasy name, associated with water" — a name rooted in American 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 Nymeria?

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

What is the cultural origin of Nymeria?

Nymeria originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Nymeria?

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

Is Nymeria trending right now?

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