New sea or new pond
A modern Portuguese name likely derived from the elements 'nei' (new) and 'mar' (sea). It gained international prominence through Brazilian football culture and is often associated with vitality and modern flair.
Less common today
Neymar isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #551 in 2014.
Brazilian professional footballer widely known as Neymar Jr.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
