Comforted by God
Derived from the Hebrew name Nechemyah, it combines the roots 'nacham' (to comfort) and 'Yah' (the Lord). It is best known as the name of the biblical prophet who oversaw the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls.
Less common today
Nechemia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,693 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Biblical prophet and governor of Persian Judea
Highly decorated Israeli soldier and officer
Prolific American character actor
