TheNameDBNehemkis
PatronymicMeaning
Derived from the Hebrew name Nehemiah, with Yiddish diminutive or patronymic suffixes.
Etymology
From the Hebrew personal name Nehemiah (meaning 'comforted by God'), combined with Yiddish patronymic elements. The '-kis' ending suggests a Yiddish diminutive or possessive form common in Eastern European Jewish surnames.
About the Nehemkis Surname
Nehemkis is a Jewish surname derived from the biblical name Nehemiah with Yiddish linguistic modifications. It reflects the Eastern European Jewish naming tradition of creating patronymic surnames from biblical personal names.
Distribution
Found among Jewish communities in Eastern Europe and their diaspora, particularly in North America.
Notable Bearers
Unknown