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Noah
“Rest, comfort” — Hebrew
About Noah
A gentle giant in the world of baby names, Noah is a beautiful Hebrew boy's name meaning "rest" or "comfort". This timeless biblical favorite offers a soft, melodic sound that feels incredibly grounding and serene. Beloved by modern parents, Noah perfectly embodies quiet strength and enduring compassion.
Quick Facts
Nicknames for Noah
Noah is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Noah ranks #2 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 20,337 births..
Noah popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Noah had 20,337 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 19,650 | #1 |
| 2016 | 19,154 | #1 |
| 2017 | 18,453 | #2 |
| 2018 | 18,366 | #2 |
| 2019 | 19,097 | #2 |
| 2020 | 18,252 | #2 |
| 2021 | 18,906 | #2 |
| 2022 | 18,735 | #2 |
| 2023 | 19,088 | #2 |
| 2024 | 20,337 | #2 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Noah James
- Noah Alexander
- Noah Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Noah mean?
Noah is commonly linked to the meaning Rest, comfort and is associated with Hebrew roots.
Is Noah a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Noah ranks #2 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 20,337 births..