Nehemias

Nehemias is a Hebrew name derived from the Hebrew words 'nahem' meaning 'to comfort' and 'Yah' which is a shortened form of the name of God. The name means 'comforted by God'.

In the Bible, Nehemiah was a Jewish leader who helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. His story is recounted in the Book of Nehemiah in the Old Testament.

The name Nehemias has been in use for centuries, particularly among Jewish and Christian communities. It is a name that reflects faith and a sense of divine comfort and protection.

While not as common today as it once was, the name Nehemias has endured as a traditional Hebrew name with a rich biblical heritage.

US popularity 2023:101 children

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