US Popularity:27993
Origin:British
Meaning:Newcomer
What better way to acknowledge your newest addition than with a name that literally means “newcomer.” While Newman is typically used as a second name, there is an appealing nature to it as a first name. The title is composed of the Old English terms neowe and mann, and was frequently used in the Middle Ages for those who were strangers in a community. There will be nothing unfamiliar about your little Newman, with your immediate and intangible connection.

Famous People Named Newman

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  • Paul Newman
    Actor

How Popular Is The Name Newman?

U.S. Births

Overall:Newman is currently #27993 in U.S. births
Boy:Newman is currently #13600 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
#13600
in 2024
- 1869
from 2019
In comparison to the previous year's data

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