Nohemi
Meaningpleasant · Hebrew
Nohemi is a Mexican girl name meaning “pleasant”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
Did you know?
- Hidden namesLook closely: Nohemi has the name Emi hiding inside it.
- Word funNohemi doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
- GenerationNohemi peaked in 1994, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Nohemi you'd meet today is about 31 years old. Now it's back in style, so there's a whole new generation of baby Nohemis too.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Nohemi would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 42,373 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryNohemi first shows up in US birth records in 1949, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 76 years since.
US births per million girls, 1949–2025
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About the name Nohemi
Nohemi is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “pleasant”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1990s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican girl names
- Girl name: Olivia · olive tree
- Girl name: Emma · whole, universal
- Girl name: Amelia · work, industrious
- Girl name: Mia · possibly beloved
- Girl name: Isabella · God is my oath
- Girl name: Evelyn · possibly desired
- Girl name: Sofia · wisdom
- Girl name: Aurora · dawn
Questions about the name Nohemi
What does the name Nohemi mean?
Nohemi means “pleasant” and comes from Hebrew. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Marley (“pleasant wood”), Nahomi (“pleasant”), Raghad (“easy, pleasant life”) and Suhani (“pleasant”).
What is the origin of the name Nohemi?
Nohemi is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Hebrew. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).
Is Nohemi a boy or girl name?
Nohemi is a girl name. In 2025, 38 US girls were named Nohemi.
How popular is the name Nohemi?
Nohemi ranked #3,832 for US girls in 2025, given to 38 babies. Its best year was 1994, when it reached #2,079. Over the last five years it has climbed 246 places.
What names are similar to Nohemi?
If you like Nohemi, you might also like Marley, Nahomi, Raghad and Suhani.
What should I know before naming my baby Nohemi?
Nohemi is a Mexican girl name meaning “pleasant”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.