Noam Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationNOH-um / /noʊ.əm/Hebrew
Meaning
comfort; rest
Historical & Cultural Background
Noam is a Hebrew name that has been used in Jewish communities for centuries. It is often associated with qualities of peace and tranquility. The name appears in various religious texts and has cultural significance in Israel. In modern times, it has gained popularity in various countries.
Trend Summary
Noam has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Noamie
International Variants
- Noé (French)
- Noam (English)
Famous people named Noam
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Fictional characters named Noam
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Noam was first seen in the United States in 1961. Noam has ranked as high as #1235 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, Texas, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Noam has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Noam (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 27 | |
| FL | 17 | |
| CA | 13 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 19 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 42 |
| 2003 | 49 |
| 2004 | 55 |
| 2005 | 66 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 84 |
| 2008 | 90 |
| 2009 | 96 |
| 2010 | 76 |
| 2011 | 80 |
| 2012 | 105 |
| 2013 | 109 |
| 2014 | 101 |
| 2015 | 119 |
| 2016 | 105 |
| 2017 | 92 |
| 2018 | 106 |
| 2019 | 103 |
| 2020 | 102 |
| 2021 | 104 |
| 2022 | 93 |
| 2023 | 109 |
| 2024 | 125 |