Naomi
Naomi is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Pleasantness, my delight”.
| Meaning | Pleasantness, my delight |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | נָעֳמִי |
| Pronunciation | nay-OH-mee |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Naomi
Naomi comes from the Hebrew root n-a-m, 'pleasant, delightful'. In the Book of Ruth she is Ruth's mother-in-law, who loses her husband and sons and tells the women of Bethlehem to call her Mara, 'bitter', instead (Ruth 1:20); Ruth's loyalty to her is the heart of the story. Puritans brought the name into English use. Bearers include the model Naomi Campbell and the tennis player Naomi Osaka.
Is Naomi a Jewish name?
Naomi is a biblical name from the Book of Ruth, read by Jews at Shavuot. It is used by both Jewish and Christian families.
How popular is Naomi?
Popular in English-speaking countries and in Israel, with Noemi common in Italy and Spain.
Gifts with the name Naomi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naomi mean?
Naomi means 'Pleasantness, my delight'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Naomi a Jewish name?
Naomi is a biblical name from the Book of Ruth, read by Jews at Shavuot. It is used by both Jewish and Christian families.
How do you pronounce Naomi?
Naomi is pronounced nay-OH-mee.
Is Naomi a boy or girl name?
Naomi is usually a girl name.