gender neutral
Noah
rest, comfort, peace
About Noah
Gentle yet resolute, Noah combines softness with surprising strength, much like the flood survivor who inspired it. This name has surged in popularity recently, and for good reason—its two syllables create perfect harmony, flowing effortlessly while maintaining substance. The open vowels give it a welcoming, approachable quality that suits a friendly child while carrying enough weight for adult life. Noah transcends cultural and linguistic boundaries effortlessly, working beautifully in diverse communities and international contexts. Its biblical association provides depth without feeling heavy or overly religious, offering narrative richness for families who value such connections. The name suggests someone peaceful yet determined, calm yet capable of weathering storms. Noah pairs wonderfully with virtually any middle name, demonstrating remarkable flexibility. Its current popularity means a boy named Noah joins a community of peers while still maintaining individual identity. The simplicity of spelling and pronunciation removes practical obstacles, allowing the name to shine unencumbered.
Popularity of the Name Noah
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #130 | ||||
| 1881 | #152 | ||||
| 1882 | #129 | ||||
| 1883 | #159 | ||||
| 1884 | #146 | ||||
| 1885 | #174 | ||||
| 1886 | #156 | ||||
| 1887 | #138 | ||||
| 1888 | #178 | ||||
| 1889 | #159 | ||||
| 1890 | #182 | ||||
| 1891 | #170 | ||||
| 1892 | #195 | ||||
| 1893 | #205 | ||||
| 1894 | #198 | ||||
| 1895 | #202 | ||||
| 1896 | #218 | ||||
| 1897 | #229 | ||||
| 1898 | #212 | ||||
| 1899 | #245 | ||||
| 1900 | #204 | ||||
| 1901 | #232 | ||||
| 1902 | #215 | ||||
| 1903 | #267 | ||||
| 1904 | #284 | ||||
| 1905 | #253 | ||||
| 1906 | #257 | ||||
| 1907 | #271 | ||||
| 1908 | #256 | ||||
| 1909 | #286 | ||||
| 1910 | #262 | ||||
| 1911 | #293 | ||||
| 1912 | #356 | ||||
| 1913 | #348 | ||||
| 1914 | #361 | ||||
| 1915 | #391 | ||||
| 1916 | #356 | ||||
| 1917 | #382 | ||||
| 1918 | #377 | ||||
| 1919 | #363 | ||||
| 1920 | #384 | ||||
| 1921 | #384 | ||||
| 1922 | #390 | ||||
| 1923 | #370 | ||||
| 1924 | #392 | ||||
| 1925 | #405 | ||||
| 1926 | #383 | ||||
| 1927 | #385 | ||||
| 1928 | #458 | ||||
| 1929 | #421 | ||||
| 1930 | #428 | ||||
| 1931 | #421 | ||||
| 1932 | #416 | ||||
| 1933 | #411 | ||||
| 1934 | #463 | ||||
| 1935 | #422 | ||||
| 1936 | #465 | ||||
| 1937 | #476 | ||||
| 1938 | #480 | ||||
| 1939 | #516 | ||||
| 1940 | #473 | ||||
| 1941 | #469 | ||||
| 1942 | #461 | ||||
| 1943 | #498 | ||||
| 1944 | #485 | ||||
| 1945 | #518 | ||||
| 1946 | #565 | ||||
| 1947 | #540 | ||||
| 1948 | #545 | ||||
| 1949 | #547 | ||||
| 1950 | #546 | ||||
| 1951 | #548 | ||||
| 1952 | #583 | ||||
| 1953 | #561 | ||||
| 1954 | #641 | ||||
| 1955 | #645 | ||||
| 1956 | #646 | ||||
| 1957 | #621 | ||||
| 1958 | #656 | ||||
| 1959 | #624 | ||||
| 1960 | #666 | ||||
| 1961 | #682 | ||||
| 1962 | #656 | ||||
| 1963 | #697 | ||||
| 1964 | #660 | ||||
| 1965 | #682 | ||||
| 1966 | #598 | ||||
| 1967 | #601 | ||||
| 1968 | #574 | ||||
| 1969 | #487 | ||||
| 1970 | #445 | ||||
| 1971 | #367 | ||||
| 1972 | #385 | ||||
| 1973 | #345 | ||||
| 1974 | #324 | ||||
| 1975 | #311 | ||||
| 1976 | #324 | ||||
| 1977 | #285 | ||||
| 1978 | #283 | ||||
| 1979 | #240 | ||||
| 1980 | #241 | ||||
| 1981 | #180 | ||||
| 1982 | #154 | ||||
| 1983 | #169 | ||||
| 1984 | #194 | ||||
| 1985 | #217 | ||||
| 1986 | #227 | ||||
| 1987 | #236 | ||||
| 1988 | #230 | ||||
| 1989 | #219 | ||||
| 1990 | #228 | ||||
| 1991 | #225 | #319 | |||
| 1992 | #217 | #278 | |||
| 1993 | #202 | #324 | |||
| 1994 | #159 | #241 | |||
| 1995 | #99 | #127 | |||
| 1996 | #50 | #287 | #326 | #82 | |
| 1997 | #38 | #176 | #182 | #228 | #59 |
| 1998 | #29 | #162 | #160 | #360 | #29 |
| 1999 | #24 | #143 | #146 | #234 | #23 |
| 2000 | #27 | #142 | #152 | #303 | #21 |
| 2001 | #28 | #141 | #97 | #164 | #25 |
| 2002 | #31 | #130 | #70 | #150 | #22 |
| 2003 | #31 | #100 | #38 | #133 | #22 |
| 2004 | #29 | #78 | #35 | #79 | #17 |
| 2005 | #23 | #49 | #17 | #61 | #8 |
| 2006 | #15 | #47 | #16 | #49 | #5 |
| 2007 | #14 | #54 | #15 | #49 | #5 |
| 2008 | #15 | #51 | #14 | #46 | #5 |
| 2009 | #9 | #36 | #16 | #41 | #6 |
| 2010 | #7 | #19 | #13 | #26 | #6 |
| 2011 | #5 | #16 | #6 | #23 | #7 |
| 2012 | #4 | #14 | #11 | #19 | #6 |
| 2013 | #1 | #13 | #9 | #10 | #4 |
| 2014 | #1 | #8 | #5 | #8 | #4 |
| 2015 | #1 | #7 | #10 | #7 | #3 |
| 2016 | #1 | #6 | #7 | #6 | #3 |
| 2017 | #2 | #5 | #3 | #6 | #2 |
| 2018 | #2 | #5 | #3 | #3 | #3 |
| 2019 | #2 | #3 | #2 | #3 | #2 |
| 2020 | #2 | #2 | #3 | #3 | #2 |
| 2021 | #2 | #1 | #2 | #2 | #1 |
| 2022 | #2 | #1 | #2 | #2 | #1 |
| 2023 | #2 | #2 | #1 | #2 | #1 |
| 2024 | #2 | #2 | #1 | #2 | #1 |
| 2025 | #2 | #2 | #1 | #3 | #1 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Noah
Names Similar to Noah
Nicknames for Noah
- No
- Noe
- Nono
- N
Famous People Named Noah
| Noah Centineo | American actor |
| Noah Wyle | American actor |
| Noah Schnapp | American actor |
| Noah Hawley | American filmmaker and author |
| Noah Gray-Cabey | American actor |
| Noah Munck | American actor |
| Noah Beery Jr. | American actor |
| Noah Emmerich | American actor |
| Noah Jupe | English actor |
| Noah Syndergaard | American baseball player |
| Noah Hathaway | American actor |
| Noah Lindsey Cyrus | American singer |
| Noah Gray | American football player |
| Noah Webster | American lexicographer |
| Noah Taylor | English cricketer |
| Noah Gundersen | American musician |
| Noah Reid | Canadian actor and musician |
| Noah Baumbach | American filmmaker |
| Noah Munroe | Character from the TV series "Heroes" |
Characters Named Noah
| Noah Claypole | Character from Charles Dickens' novel "Oliver Twist" |
| Noah Solloway | Character from the TV series "The Affair" |
| Noah "Puck" Puckerman | Character from the TV series "Glee" |
| Noah Curtis | Character from the film "2012" |
| Noah Levenstein | Character from the "American Pie" film series |
| Noah Flynn | Character from the film "The Kissing Booth" |
| Noah "Hardstep" Rivers | Character from the film "Step Up" |
| Noah Calhoun | Character from the novel and film "The Notebook" |
| Noah Clay | Character from the film "The Ring" |
| Noah Shaw | Character from the "The Mara Dyer" book series |
| Noah Maxwell | Character from the TV series "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Noah Tall | Character from the film "Superhero Movie" |
| Noah Sweetwine | Character from the novel "I'll Give You the Sun" |
| Noah Faraday | Character from the TV series "Alphas" |
| Noah Kinsey | Character from the TV series "The Fosters" |
| Noah Baker | Character from the TV series "Heroes Reborn" |