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Noa Unisex

Popularity: #237 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationNOH-ah / /ˈnoʊ.ə/

Hebrew; Japanese

Meaning

Hebrew: movement; Japanese: my love

Historical & Cultural Background

In Hebrew culture, Noa is a feminine name that signifies movement or motion, often associated with the biblical figure Noah's daughters. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Israel. In Japan, Noa is used as a feminine name and can convey affection. The name has seen a rise in use in Western countries in recent years.

Trend Summary

Noa has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Noah
  • Noe

International Variants

  • Noé (French)
  • Noa (Spanish)
  • Noah (English)

Famous people named Noa

Noa Pothoven was a Dutch author and advocate for mental health awareness.

Noa Tishby is an Israeli actress and producer known for her work in television and film.

Noa Kirel is an Israeli singer and actress who gained fame in the pop music scene.

Noa Lang is a Dutch professional football player recognized for his skills on the field.

Fictional characters named Noa

Noa is a character in the anime series 'No Game No Life,' known for her strategic mind.

Noa is a character in the video game 'Xenoblade Chronicles 3,' serving as a key protagonist.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Noa was first seen in the United States in 1970. Noa has ranked as high as #473 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Noa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Noa (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 151
13%
NY 135
11%
TX 111
9%
FL 82
7%
NJ 49
4%
NC 48
4%
OH 42
3%
GA 42
3%
PA 36
3%
IL 34
3%
CO 31
3%
TN 31
3%
WA 27
2%
UT 26
2%
MA 24
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19707
19775
19785
19806
19825
19837
19849
19857
19868
198712
19889
19897
199014
19917
199217
199312
199415
199527
199682
199771
199876
199990
2000114
2001101
2002118
2003144
2004116
2005142
2006190
2007196
2008199
2009223
2010222
2011235
2012241
2013248
2014289
2015370
2016392
2017392
2018450
2019539
2020664
20211,001
20221,069
20231,045
20241,259