Noah
Meaning: Rest, comfort, and peace
Origin: Hebrew — from the biblical name Noach (נֹחַ)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #47
Total births: 12,895
History: Noah surged in the 2010s to become one of Australia's top boys' names. The name's biblical gravitas appeals to modern Australian parents seeking something timeless. Noah represents the generation of Australian children growing up in an increasingly diverse, values-driven society.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #1 |
| Babies named Noah in 2025 | 589 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 12,895 |
| Peak year | 2021 (633 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1 |
| Years in records | 1998–2025 (28 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 1 spot |
Frequently asked about Noah
What does the name Noah mean?
Noah means “Rest, comfort, and peace” from Hebrew — from the biblical name Noach (נֹחַ) roots.
What is the origin of the name Noah?
Noah has Hebrew — from the biblical name Noach (נֹחַ) origin. The traditional meaning is “Rest, comfort, and peace”.
How popular is Noah in Australia?
Noah ranked #1 in Australia in 2025 — given to 589 babies that year.
When was Noah most popular?
Noah peaked in 2021 with 633 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Noah a boy or girl name?
Noah is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Noahs in registered births are male.
How long has Noah been recorded in Australia?
Noah appears in birth records in Australia across 28 years — from 1998 through 2025.