Is Noah a biblical name?

Yes, it is the name of the patriarch who built the ark in the Old Testament Book of Genesis.

Can Noah be used for a girl?

Yes, although the male name is more common, 'Noah' (Hebrew for 'motion') is also a distinct female name in the Bible.

What is the meaning of the name Noah?

The name primarily means 'rest' or 'repose' in its Hebrew origin.

Name meaning & originNoah נוֹחַ

/NO-ah/

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Noah is a Hebrew boy's name pronounced /NO-ah/. A name meaning 'rest' or 'comfort'.

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Meaning of Noah

A name meaning 'rest' or 'comfort'.

The name is derived from the Hebrew word 'noach', meaning rest. In the Biblical narrative, Noah's father Lamech suggests the name because his son will bring comfort from the labor and painful toil of the soil. The name shares roots with the word 'nâcham', which means to comfort or console.

Origin: Hebrew
Pronunciation: /NO-ah/

Cultural background

While historically most popular in Western and Christian cultures, the name has become a top-ranking global choice in the 21st century across various secular and religious backgrounds.

Variations & nicknames

Noé
Noa
Noak
Noach
Nojus
Noak

Famous people named Noah

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

Noah Webster
Lexicographer who published the first American English dictionary
Literature · 18th-19th Century
Noah Baumback
Academy Award-nominated filmmaker and screenwriter
Film · Modern
Noah Lyles
Olympic gold medalist and world champion sprinter
Sport · Modern
Noah Wyle
Actor known for his roles in 'ER' and 'Falling Skies'
Film · Modern
Noah Calhoun
Protagonist of the novel and film 'The Notebook'
Literature · Modern

Frequently asked about Noah

Is Noah a biblical name?: Yes, it is the name of the patriarch who built the ark in the Old Testament Book of Genesis.
Can Noah be used for a girl?: Yes, although the male name is more common, 'Noah' (Hebrew for 'motion') is also a distinct female name in the Bible.
What is the meaning of the name Noah?: The name primarily means 'rest' or 'repose' in its Hebrew origin.

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