Holding steady.
Popularity of Neiman since 1979
Babies named Neiman per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 69 |
| 1990s | 125 |
| 2000s | 72 |
| 2010s | 35 |
| 2020s | 9 |
Meaning & origin
Neiman is a rare modern given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1979. Its peak usage came in 1996, but even then it did not rank among the top 1,000 names. The name has maintained a stable but low level of use, appearing only sporadically in birth data through 2025. Its origins are uncertain, possibly stemming from a German surname or as a creative adaptation of other names. Neiman remains an uncommon choice, with no strong regional or cultural associations.
Neiman first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1979, but its origins are unclear. It may be a transferred use of the German surname Neiman, a variant of Neumann (meaning 'new man'), or an invented name influenced by similar-sounding names like Keenan or Coleman. Given its lack of historical usage, it is best classified as a modern coinage.
Sibling names for Neiman
Names that share Neiman's style, for a brother or sister.
