Naeemah
Feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "blissful" or "a blessing".
Name Census estimates that about 614 living Americans carry the first name Naeemah. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Naeemah today is around 31 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Naeemah births was 1974 (23 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Naeemah. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
614
~ 1 in 558,232 Americans
Peak year
1974
23 babies that year
Average age
31
years old
2023 SSA rank
#16,853
Tracked since 1971
Popularity
Naeemah: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Naeemah from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 133 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Naeemah by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Naeemah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Naeemahs live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. New York, Pennsylvania, California recorded the most babies named Naeemah, while New Jersey, California, Pennsylvania recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 16 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Naeemah
The name Naeemah has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots that can be traced back to the Middle East and the Arabian Peninsula. It is a feminine name derived from the Arabic word "na'eem," which means "blissful" or "delightful." The name is often associated with concepts of joy, happiness, and contentment.
In the Islamic tradition, the name Naeemah holds a significant place. It is mentioned in the Quran, the holy book of Islam, as one of the names associated with Paradise or Jannah. The Quran describes Jannah as a place of eternal bliss and delight, resonating with the meaning of the name Naeemah.
The earliest recorded use of the name Naeemah can be found in various historical records and texts from the Middle East and the Arab world. It has been a popular name among Muslims for centuries, reflecting the cultural and religious significance it holds.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Naeemah. One of the earliest recorded examples is Naeemah bint Al-Harith (born in the 7th century CE), a prominent figure in early Islamic history who was known for her piety and knowledge.
Another famous Naeemah was Naeemah Al-Ansariya (born in the 8th century CE), a renowned scholar and poet from the city of Medina. Her works have been preserved and studied for their literary and intellectual merits.
In the modern era, Naeemah Kishwer (born in 1959) is a notable Pakistani novelist and screenwriter known for her contributions to Urdu literature and television dramas.
Naeemah Ismail (born in 1967) is a South African activist and politician who has been a prominent voice in the fight against apartheid and for human rights.
Naeemah Abrahams (born in 1992) is a South African professional boxer and multiple-time world champion in various weight classes, making her a celebrated figure in the world of sports.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Naeemah throughout history, each making their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human culture and achievement.
People
Naeemah + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Naeemah as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Naeemah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Naeemah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 614 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Naeemah going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 558,232 US residents.
Is Naeemah a common name?
We classify Naeemah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 86.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 641 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Naeemah most popular?
The single biggest year for Naeemah was 1974, when 23 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Naeemah is about 31 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Naeemah a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Naeemah in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.