Neema

neh-EH-mah or NEE-mah

Swahili, Arabic

"divine grace, blessing"

Neema Origin and Meaning

The name Neema is a girl's name of Swahili origin meaning "divine grace, blessing".

Ultimately from the Arabic ni'ma, this Swahili name celebrates the blessing of a baby. Also used as a masculine name, Neema is notably borne by film director Neema Barnette and activist Neema Namadamu.

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Famous People Named Neema

• Neema Barnette American film director
• Neema Namadamu Congolese rights activist