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Boy name

Noah

Noah is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “rest, comfort.” It currently ranks #2 for US boys and is steady.

Meaning
Rest, comfort.
Origin
Hebrew
US rank
#2
Syllables
1
Letters
4
Starts with
N

Noah's popularity over time

→ Steady
#2 in 2023Peak rank #1US SSA · boys
#1#2201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Noah

What does the name Noah mean?

Noah means "Rest, comfort." and is of Hebrew origin.

Is Noah a boy or girl name?

Noah is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Noah?

Noah ranked #2 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #1).

How many syllables are in Noah?

Noah has 1 syllable and 4 letters.

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