Noah

Noah is a Hebrew boy's name. A biblical name meaning "rest" or "comfort". Its soft sound and spiritual significance make it both gentle and meaningful.

How popular is Noah in the United States?

In 2024, 20,337 boys in the United States were named Noah, making it the 2nd most popular boy's name that year.

Its position has held steady, at 1st a decade earlier.

2024 is its busiest year on record.

Records for Noah go back to 1880, and 513,572 babies have been given the name since.

What Noah means and where it comes from

A biblical name meaning "rest" or "comfort". Its soft sound and spiritual significance make it both gentle and meaningful.

Noah is of Hebrew origin, described as biblical in style.

Is Noah a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Noah went to 539 girls and 20,337 boys — 97% boys.

In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

Sibling name ideas for Noah

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Noah mean?

A biblical name meaning "rest" or "comfort". Its soft sound and spiritual significance make it both gentle and meaningful.

Where does the name Noah come from?

Noah is of Hebrew origin, and is usually described as biblical in style.

How popular is Noah in the United States?

In 2024, 20,337 boys in the United States were named Noah, making it the 2nd most popular boy's name that year.

Is Noah a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Noah went to 539 girls and 20,337 boys — 97% boys. In practice it reads as a boys' name in the US.

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