What Does the Name Noah Mean?
Noah is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning “rest, comfort.”
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| Name | Noah |
|---|---|
| Gender | male |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Meaning | rest, comfort |
| Variants | Noe, Noach, Noa |
| Popularity | Most popular US boys' name 2013-2016; top 5 through the 2020s |
The meaning and origin of Noah
The name Noah means “rest, comfort” and has Hebrew origins. Noah derives from the Hebrew name Noach, associated with the verb meaning 'to rest.' Borne by the biblical patriarch who built the ark, it became one of the most popular boys' names of the 21st century.
Using Noah in realistic test data
Noah works well when you need a believable boy or male profile in generated data, sample records, screenshots or seeded databases. Its Hebrew origin and meaning, “rest, comfort”, give the name enough context to feel intentional instead of random, while the profile generated on this site remains completely fictional.
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Variants and related names
Noah is related to several other names you may recognize: Noe, Noach, Noa. These share a common root or are spelling and language variants of the same name.
How popular is the name Noah?
Most popular US boys' name 2013-2016; top 5 through the 2020s
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Open the name generator →Frequently asked questions
What does the name Noah mean?+
The name Noah means “rest, comfort” and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Noah?+
Noah originates from Hebrew.
Is Noah a popular name?+
Yes — see the popularity note above for how Noah has trended in the US over time.
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Sources
- Behind the Name — Etymology and history of first names — Behind the Name
- US Social Security Administration — Popular baby names by year — Social Security Administration
- A Dictionary of First Names — Oxford Reference — Oxford University Press