Neoma Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Neoma originates from Greek, meaning 'new moon' or 'new gift.' The name has evolved from its Greek roots into its modern form. It is associated with creativity and individuality, with no significant biblical relevance, and has seen a resurgence in popularity in contemporary naming trends.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Neoma"
Pronunciation
/niːˈoʊ.mə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Neoma derives from the Greek words 'neo,' meaning 'new,' and 'ma,' which is often associated with 'gift' or 'value.' It can be interpreted as 'new moon' or 'new gift.'
Meaning
new moon, new gift
Language Evolution
Neo, Neoma
Historical Usage
Neoma has not been widely used historically, but it has seen a resurgence in modern times as a unique and meaningful name.
Variants & Derivatives
Neoma, Neomae, Neomi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Neoma is perceived as a fresh and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
📊 Neoma Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Neoma Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 110 peak births in 1924
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Neoma"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Neoma"
"Neoma" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 799th of 9107 | 1,495 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 979th of 9204 | 1,020 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2894th of 12526 | 305 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6670th of 19264 | 107 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20144th of 27321 | 17 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18400th of 35406 | 49 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10179th of 30306 | 115 |
Regional Popularity of "Neoma" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Neoma" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
42.44% 601st/1416 |
- |
30.94% 732nd/2366 |
85.11% 972nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
47.87% 740th/1546 |
- |
38.63% 909th/2353 |
84.16% 1302nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Neoma"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Neoma" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Neoma" in the United States
The name Neoma is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Neoma has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Neoma' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 799th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 979th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2894th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6670th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20144th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18400th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10179th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Neoma' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.