gender neutral
Noah
rest, comfort
About Noah
Traditionally considered masculine, Noah has increasingly found favor among parents seeking strong, distinctive choices for daughters. This crossover appeal demonstrates evolving perspectives on gendered naming conventions and offers girls a name with substantial presence. Noah's brevity provides impact—two syllables that carry weight and memorability. The name suggests someone independent and unconventional, comfortable challenging expectations and forging unique paths. Using Noah for a girl shows parents who value individuality over conformity, who aren't bound by traditional limitations. The name works across all contexts seamlessly, from playground to professional settings, never requiring explanation or justification. It's simple to spell and pronounce, eliminating frustrations that accompany more elaborate choices. Noah has a gentle sound despite its strong associations, offering an interesting contrast that adds depth. Parents choosing this name for daughters often appreciate its connection to strength, leadership, and resilience. The name won't confine your daughter to any particular stereotype or expectation, instead providing a blank canvas for her to define herself. It's bold without being aggressive, different without being difficult—a genuinely modern choice for forward-thinking families.
Popularity of the Name Noah
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | #874 | #913 | |
| 2021 | #692 | ||
| 2022 | #618 | #413 | #949 |
| 2023 | #639 | #765 | |
| 2024 | #561 | #398 | #789 |
| 2025 | #624 | #810 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Noah
Names Similar to Noah
Nicknames for Noah
- No
- Nono
- Noey
- Noni
Famous People Named Noah
| Noah Cyrus | American singer and actress |
| Noah Lindsey Cyrus | American actress and singer - Miley Cyrus's sister |
| Noah Wyle | American actress and producer |
| Noah Taylor | Australian actress |
| Noah Munck | American actress and comedian |
| Noah Bean | American actress |
| Noah Hawley | American actress, author, and screenwriter |
| Noah Gray-Cabey | American actress and pianist |
| Noah Galvin | American actress and singer |
| Noah Schnacky | American actress and singer |
| Noah Huntley | English actress and model |
| Noah Mills | Canadian actress and model |
| Noah Le Gros | American actress |
| Noah Segan | American actress |
| Noah Emmerich | American actress |
| Noah Beery Sr. | American actress |
| Noah Danby | Canadian actress |
| Noah Crawford | American actress |
| Noah Fleiss | American actress |
Characters Named Noah
| Noah Shaw | Character in "The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer" series by Michelle Hodkin |
| Noah Solloway | Character in the TV series "The Affair" |
| Noah Puckerman | Character in the TV series "Glee" |
| Noah Foster | Character in the TV series "Scream" |
| Noah "HRG" Bennet | Character in the TV series "Heroes Reborn" |
| Noah Kuttler / The Calculator | DC Comics character |
| Noah Baker | Character in the film "Like Crazy" |
| Noah Levenstein | Character in the "American Pie" film series |
| Noah Vanderhoff | Character in the film "Big Business" |
| Noah Calhoun | Character in the novel and film "The Notebook" |
| Noah Kinsey | Character in the TV series "Transparent" |
| Noah Claypole | Character in Charles Dickens' novel "Oliver Twist" |
| Noah Mayer | Character in the soap opera "As the World Turns" |
| Noah Keefer | Character in the soap opera "All My Children" |
| Noah Curtis | Character in the film "2012" |
| Noah Bennet | Character in the video game "The Walking Dead" |
| Noah Stilinski | Character in the TV series "Teen Wolf" |