Newman - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Newman \ne(w)-man\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "newcomer". First used as a given name in England in the 19th century, probably due to the fame of reforming cleric John Henry (Cardinal) Newman. Actor Paul Newman.

Newman has 4 variant forms: Neuman, Neumann, Newmann and Newsy.

Baby names that sound like Newman are Naaman and Naman.

Newman is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Newman. Compare Newman with related baby names.