Noah
Noah first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2024, when 20,409 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 20,358.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Noah popular?
Near its peak Noah is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
| 2020s | 116,024 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 183,378 | |
| 2000s | 143,533 | |
| 1990s | 56,269 | |
| 1980s | 12,385 | |
| 1970s | 5,688 | |
| 1960s | 1,519 | |
| 1950s | 1,456 | |
| 1940s | 1,523 | |
| 1930s | 1,606 | |
| 1920s | 2,284 | |
| 1910s | 1,734 | |
| 1900s | 622 | |
| 1890s | 686 | |
| 1880s | 895 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Noah mean?
Noah comes from the Hebrew Noach, usually given as “rest” or “comfort.” In the Bible he built the ark and survived the great flood; the name tops the charts for boys today.
Variants & spellings
- Noe
- Noak
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Noah mean?
Noah means Rest, comfort. Noah comes from the Hebrew Noach, usually given as “rest” or “comfort.” In the Bible he built the ark and survived the great flood; the name tops the charts for boys today.
What is the origin of the name Noah?
Noah is of Hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Noah?
Noah is pronounced “NOH-uh.”
Is Noah a boy or a girl name?
Noah is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Noah a popular name right now?
Noah is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
How popular is the name Noah?
In 2025, Noah ranked #2 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Noah most popular?
Noah was most popular in 2024, when about 20,409 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Noah?
Names similar to Noah include Eli, Asher, Jonah, Levi.
What names go well with Noah?
Hebrew names that pair well with Noah include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.