Niomi

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Pronounced nee-OH-mee /niˈoʊ.mi/High

Meaning: Variant spelling of Naomi, from Hebrew Na'omi, meaning 'pleasantness' or 'my delight', a name carried by the mother-in-law of Ruth in the Hebrew BibleHigh

In 30 seconds: Niomi is a modern phonetic spelling of the Hebrew classic Naomi, meaning pleasantness or my delight. The alternate spelling gives this Biblical name a fresh, contemporary look while retaining its warm and gentle meaning.

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Origin HighHebrew

MeaningVariant spelling of Naomi, from Hebrew Na'omi, meaning 'pleasantness' or 'my delight', a name carried by the mother-in-law of Ruth in the Hebrew Bible

U.S. rank (2025)#3374 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births46 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,270

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Niomi is a modern respelling of Naomi, rooted in the Hebrew Na'omi (נָעֳמִי), meaning 'pleasantness' or 'my delight'. In the Hebrew Bible, Naomi is the mother-in-law of Ruth and a central figure in the Book of Ruth. Her name reflects a quality of sweetness and grace. The name passed into Christian Europe through Biblical tradition and became common in English-speaking countries from the 17th century onward.

Naomi and its variant spellings, including Niomi, Naomie, and Nayomi, have grown in popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The variant spelling Niomi follows the trend of phonetic respellings that give classic names a distinctive modern look. British YouTuber and content creator Niomi Smart (born 1992) has brought visibility to this spelling in digital culture.

Did you know? The original Hebrew Naomi (נָעֳמִי) appears in the Book of Ruth, where Naomi famously renamed herself Mara, meaning bitter, after hardship — but is remembered by history under the name that means sweetness and delight.

Overall data confidence 88%

Behind the Name — Naomi — Hebrew Na'omi, pleasantness; Biblical Book of RuthU.S. Social Security Administration — Naomi and variant spellings popularity data

Variations
NaomiNaomieNayomiNoemi

Nicknames
NiOmi

Famous Bearers
★Niomi Smart (1992–present)
British lifestyle blogger, YouTuber, and author of the cookbook 'Eat Smart', known for her wellness and lifestyle content.

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Naomi— the standard Hebrew spelling of the same name with identical meaning
Noemi— Italian and Spanish form of the same Hebrew name
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Niomi mean?
Niomi means pleasantness or my delight, sharing the Hebrew meaning of its root name Naomi.
How do you pronounce Niomi?
It is pronounced nee-OH-mee, with stress on the second syllable, in three syllables.
Is Niomi a boy or girl name?
Niomi is a girl's name, a modern spelling variant of the Hebrew classic Naomi.
How popular is Niomi?
Niomi is a rare spelling variant. The root name Naomi is consistently popular in the U.S. and UK top 100.