How Many People Are Named Neoma?

Complete statistics for the name Neoma: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Neoma
Very Rare
Greek

Neoma means 'light' in Greek and has a very rare charm, with only 1 in 409,638 Americans sharing this name. That's just 806 people today, making it truly unique. The majority, 91%, are over 60, giving Neoma a decidedly older-generation feel.

~806
Living in US
1 in 409,638
Americans
1924
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Light
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Inspiring Hopeful
3
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 3 are known for their ability to inspire and motivate others, bringing light and positivity wherever they go.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

806
Worldwide Bearers
#156,143
Global Rank
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
3
🇵🇪 Peru
3
🇨🇦 Canada
3
🇮🇹 Italy
2
🇮🇩 Indonesia
1
🇲🇦 Morocco
1
🇳🇴 Norway
1
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
1
🇷🇺 Russia
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
806 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 93
164
Would be under 30 (5%)
124
Would be 30–60 (4%)
2,943
Would be over 60 (91%)

All 3,231 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1924

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
91
Modern Appeal
9
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Neoma Through the Generations

Neoma peaked in popularity back in 1924 with 110 births, but its current resurgence shows it's becoming a classic choice once again. Today, there are 806 Neomas living in the US, with most being over 60 years old. This age distribution paints a picture of a name that's been around for generations, now finding new fans among younger parents who appreciate its timeless appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Oklahoma 288
Missouri 201
Texas 175
Arkansas 121
Iowa 54
Illinois 47
Michigan 43
Kansas 30
Nebraska 21
Indiana 16

✨ Similar Names to Neoma

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Neoma's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Neoma

How Many People Have the Name Neoma?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 806 people in the United States currently share the name Neoma. That works out to roughly 1 in every 409,638 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Neoma a Common or Rare Name?

Neoma is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Neoma Mean?

Neoma means "light" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Neoma in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Neoma Most Popular?

The name Neoma reached peak popularity in 1924, with 110 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Neoma?

Approximately 806 people named Neoma live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,231. That works out to roughly 1 in 409,638 Americans.

Is Neoma a rare name?

Neoma is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 409,638 Americans has this name.

What does the name Neoma mean?

Neoma means "light" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Neoma more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Neoma are male and 100% are female.

When was Neoma most popular?

Neoma peaked in 1924 with 110 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US806
All-Time Births3,231
1 in X1 in 409,638
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age93
Peak Year1924
World Rank#156,143
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.