Noa is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'movement' or 'wave'. It's derived from the Hebrew word for 'motion', 'noah', which also gives rise to the biblical figure Noah.
"From 1978 to 2023, the name Noa has seen a significant increase in popularity among parents, with a total of over 4,600 babies named Noa during this period. The name's popularity peaked recently, with 151 births in 2023."