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Newman

Pronunciation
[New-man]
Gender
Male
Meaning
Newcomer
Origin
English

Newman Popularity Snapshot

Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,896 baby boys have been named Newman. The name peaked in 1921 with 67 US births that year (rank #848). In 2024, ranked #13600 nationally — 12,752 places below its 1921 peak.

Top States for Newman

Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Newman births are: Alabama (57), Louisiana (54), Texas (29).

Other English-Origin Names Like Newman

If you like Newman's English origin, consider these related names: Aaric, Aarika, Aarshiya, Aase, Aasiya. Browse all English names →

6-Letter Names Starting with N

Names with Newman's exact length and starting letter: Naamah, Naaman, Naamit, Naavah, Nabhan.

Quick Facts About Newman

5,642
English baby names in our dictionary
3,391
English male names
152
6-letter N-names in our dictionary
288
N-male names total
Not in registry
US SSA records — name appears fewer than 5 times in any year

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