Niomie
A feminine name of uncertain meaning and origin.
Name Census estimates that about 70 living Americans carry the first name Niomie. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Niomie today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Niomie births was 2018 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Niomie. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Niomie with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Niomie. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
70
~ 1 in 4,896,491 Americans
Peak year
2018
9 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2022 SSA rank
#17,072
Tracked since 1996
Popularity
Niomie: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Niomie from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 36 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Niomie 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 Niomie during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Niomie
The name Niomie is a relatively rare given name with uncertain origins, but it is believed to have emerged from a combination of linguistic influences. One theory suggests that Niomie may have its roots in the ancient Greek word "niomos," which means "new" or "fresh." This could indicate that the name was originally given to newborns or those who embodied a sense of renewal.
Another possible origin traces Niomie back to the Sanskrit language, where it could be derived from the word "niyama," meaning "discipline" or "self-control." If this is the case, the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who exhibited great self-discipline or moral fortitude.
While the precise origins remain obscure, there are a few notable historical figures who bore the name Niomie. One of the earliest recorded instances dates back to the 16th century, when a French noblewoman named Niomie de Valois (1519-1589) was known for her patronage of the arts and her influential role in the French Renaissance court.
In the 19th century, a British author named Niomie Kingsley (1823-1892) gained recognition for her works of fiction, which often explored themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. Her novel "The Willow Tree" was particularly well-received and established her as a prominent voice in Victorian literature.
Moving into the 20th century, Niomie Pearson (1901-1987) was an American mathematician and educator who made significant contributions to the field of statistics. Her research on probability distributions and her role in promoting mathematics education earned her numerous accolades and a lasting legacy in the academic world.
In the realm of performing arts, Niomie Delacroix (1927-2003) was a renowned French ballet dancer and choreographer. She graced the stages of the world's most prestigious dance companies, including the Paris Opera Ballet, and her innovative choreographic works were celebrated for their emotional depth and technical mastery.
Lastly, Niomie Fernandez (1941-2019) was a Mexican activist and human rights advocate who dedicated her life to fighting for the rights of indigenous communities and promoting social justice. Her tireless efforts and unwavering commitment to marginalized groups earned her numerous honors and awards, cementing her place as a powerful voice for change.
While the name Niomie may be relatively uncommon, these historical figures demonstrate the diverse backgrounds and remarkable achievements associated with this unique moniker, leaving a lasting impact across various fields and cultures throughout history.
People
Niomie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Niomie 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
Niomie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Niomie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 70 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Niomie 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 4,896,491 US residents.
Is Niomie a common name?
We classify Niomie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 59.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 71 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Niomie most popular?
The single biggest year for Niomie was 2018, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Niomie is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Niomie in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Niomie a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Niomie 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.
Is Niomie still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Niomie in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Niomie can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Niomie?
You can see how many Americans are named Niomie on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.