Nomi is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'lofty' or 'elevation'. It is predominantly used as a female name and is a popular choice among Jewish families. The name has gained global recognition due to its use in various forms of media and literature, making it familiar to many across different cultures. Nomi can also be seen as a diminutive of names like Nomie or Nomika. As a given name, it often appears as Nomi for simplicity and phonetic clarity.
The name Nomi experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the past few decades, with notable peaks in recent years. While it was consistently uncommon from 1954 to 2000, with no more than six births per year during that period, its popularity grew steadily from 2005 onwards, reaching a peak of 64 births in 2021 and maintaining an average of over 50 births annually since then. The overall total of 486 births reflects this growing trend, suggesting that the name Nomi has become more widely adopted as time has passed.