Noah is believed to have originated from the Hebrew name "Noach," which means "rest" or "comfort." This name was borne by the biblical figure who built an ark to save his family and animals from a great flood, as told in the Book of Genesis. The name Noah gained significant popularity in the United States during the 1990s and early 2000s, likely due to its biblical association and appealing sound. It has consistently remained among the top boy names since then, ranking as the fourth most popular name for boys in the U.S. in recent years. The name Noah is also used occasionally for girls, though it remains predominantly a masculine name. Notable individuals named Noah include American actor Noah Centineo, British singer-songwriter Noah and the Whale, and Australian swimmer Noah Viloria.
Noah is quite popular, with a steady number of births over the years, peaking at 6 in 2010 and again in 2018. There's a dip to 5 births each in 2012 and 2015, but overall it maintains consistent popularity, totaling 22 births over these years.