Find out how popular the first name Nomi has been for the last 48 years (from 1977 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Nomi by gender

Based on the last 48 years of data, Nomi is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 71 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Nomi.

The history of the first name Nomi

The name Nomi has its origins in the Japanese language and culture. It is derived from the Japanese word "nomi," which means "to drink" or "to swallow." The name can be traced back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE) in Japan.

Nomi was a relatively common name for women in ancient Japan. It was often given to daughters born into families involved in the production or distribution of sake, a traditional Japanese rice wine. The name was seen as a symbol of hospitality and generosity.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Nomi can be found in the "Kojiki," an ancient Japanese chronicle compiled in 712 CE. The text mentions a character named Nomi no Sukune, who was a legendary figure associated with the introduction of sake brewing to Japan.

Throughout Japanese history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Nomi. One example is Nomi no Sukune Okume (born 678 CE), who was a renowned sake brewer and purported to be a descendant of the legendary Nomi no Sukune.

Another historical figure with the name Nomi was Nomi Muratada (1325-1388 CE), a Japanese military commander who served under the Ashikaga shogunate during the Nanboku-chō period.

In the Edo period (1603-1867 CE), a famous courtesan named Nomi no Mai (1661-1716) was renowned for her beauty and skill in traditional Japanese dance and entertainment.

During the Meiji era (1868-1912 CE), Nomi Yushichi (1840-1903) was a prominent businessman and industrialist who played a significant role in the modernization of Japan's textile industry.

In more recent times, Nomi Kusunoki (1923-2017) was a celebrated Japanese ceramist and Living National Treasure, recognized for her mastery of the Karatsu pottery style.

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The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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