Noah: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Rest and comfort, a name that carries the promise of peace after the storm.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2
- Peak
- #1 in 2015
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Noah Means
Noah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Rest and comfort, a name that carries the promise of peace after the storm.
How Popular Noah Is
Noah currently ranks #2 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 2015. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Noah
- Noah held the number one spot for boys from 2013 to 2016.
- The biblical Noah built the ark and saved the animals from the great flood.
- Popular worldwide, ranking highly in Germany, Belgium, and Canada.
Names Like Noah
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Noah
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Noah.
Questions About Noah
What does Noah mean?
Noah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Rest and comfort, a name that carries the promise of peace after the storm.
How popular is Noah?
Noah currently ranks #2 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 2015. It has held steady.
Where does Noah come from?
Noah comes from Hebrew roots. Noah held the number one spot for boys from 2013 to 2016.
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