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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Newcomer (literally 'new man')
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- NOO-man
Newman is an English surname that literally means "newcomer" (new + man), pronounced NOO-man (IPA /ˈnuːmən/). You may see it labeled a German name, but that mixes it up with the German cognate Neumann — Newman itself is an English formation. It's used as a gender-neutral choice.
Meaning & Origin of Newman
Meaning: Newcomer (literally 'new man').
Origin: English (surname).
A common claim: Newman is sometimes labeled a German name meaning 'newcomer' Actually: This appears to conflate Newman with its German cognate Neumann. Newman is an English formation meaning 'newcomer' (literally 'new man').
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Newman
NOO-manIPA /ˈnuːmən/
Popularity of Newman
Newman peaked at #595 on the SSA list in 1895, when 13 babies were given the name; by 2024 it had dropped to #13600, with just 5 babies recorded.
Names Like Newman
These names share Newman’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Newman mean?
Newcomer (literally ‘new man’). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Newman?
Newman is pronounced NOO-man (IPA: /ˈnuːmən/).
Is Newman a popular name right now?
Newman peaked at #595 in 1895 and is ranked #13600 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1882–2024.)
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