Nehemiah
Nehemiah is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Comforted by God”.
| Meaning | Comforted by God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | נְחֶמְיָה |
| Pronunciation | nee-uh-MY-uh |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | United States, Israel |
Meaning and origin of Nehemiah
Nehemiah comes from the Hebrew Nechemyah, from nacham, 'to comfort', and Yah, a short form of God's name, so it means 'God comforts' or 'comforted by God'. In the Bible Nehemiah was a cupbearer to the Persian king Artaxerxes who returned to Jerusalem to rebuild its walls, as told in the Book of Nehemiah. The name has become noticeably more popular in the United States in recent decades.
Is Nehemiah a Jewish name?
Nehemiah is a biblical name: the Book of Nehemiah tells his story, making it meaningful to both Jewish and Christian families.
How popular is Nehemiah?
Increasingly used in the United States; in Israel the form Nechemya appears among religious families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nehemiah mean?
Nehemiah means 'Comforted by God'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Nehemiah a Jewish name?
Nehemiah is a biblical name: the Book of Nehemiah tells his story, making it meaningful to both Jewish and Christian families.
How do you pronounce Nehemiah?
Nehemiah is pronounced nee-uh-MY-uh.
Is Nehemiah a boy or girl name?
Nehemiah is usually a boy name.