Naomi
GirlHebrew
Naomi is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "pleasant, delightful".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Hebrew
Religion
Jewish
Popularity
17 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
pleasant, delightful
Etymology
Derived from Hebrew naʿom (נעום), meaning 'pleasant' or 'delightful', found in the Old Testament.
Famous People Named Naomi
- Naomi Watts — English actress (born 1968)
- Naomi Campbell — British ubermodel
- Naomi Klein — Canadian author and activist (born 1970)
- Naomi Shemer — Israeli poet and songwriter
- Naomi Oreskes — American historian, scientist, academic
Frequently Asked Questions About Naomi
What does the name Naomi mean?
Naomi means "pleasant, delightful", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Naomi?
Naomi originates from Hebrew, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Naomi a boy or girl name?
Naomi is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Naomi associated with?
Naomi is associated with Jewish.
Are there famous people named Naomi?
Yes — notable people named Naomi include Naomi Watts (English actress, born 1968), Naomi Campbell (British ubermodel), Naomi Klein (Canadian author and activist, born 1970), Naomi Shemer (Israeli poet and songwriter) and Naomi Oreskes (American historian).
Last updated: June 2026