Neiman is an uncommon given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "commercial" or "merchandise." It is derived from the Hebrew word "ne'eman," which also signifies trustworthiness and reliability in a commercial context. Neiman is often associated with the famous department store Neiman Marcus, founded by Herbert Marcus, A.L. Lieberman, and Carl Neiman in Dallas, Texas, in 1907. However, the name's usage as a given name predates the establishment of the luxury retailer. Despite its Hebrew roots, Neiman has been adopted by various cultures and is considered unisex, though it is more commonly used for males. In recent years, its use has been quite rare, with very few individuals bearing this unique name worldwide.
The name Neiman experienced a significant peak in popularity during the late 1980s and early 1990s, with a total of 166 births recorded between 1986 and 1995. However, since then, its usage has significantly declined, with fewer than 10 births per year from 2003 onwards. Overall, the name Neiman has been given to 320 newborns over the period of 41 years, with the most recent being in 2020.