Rising since 2020, #4,139 for boys today.
Popularity of Noan since 1983
Babies named Noan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 28 |
| 2020s | 57 |
Meaning & origin
Noan is an uncommon name that has seen a very slight uptick in use since 2020. First recorded in 1983, it reached its peak rank of 4,139th in 2025, given to roughly one in every 68,323 boys that year. The name's origins are unclear: it may be a creative spelling of Noah or a borrowing of the Irish diminutive Noán. Its use is concentrated in Texas, though still extremely rare nationwide. For parents seeking a name that sounds familiar but stands out, Noan offers a distinctive alternative to more common choices.
Noan is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in the 1980s. It may be a respelling of the Irish name Noán, a diminutive of Naoimh (meaning 'saint'), or a creative variant of Noah influenced by the fashionable -an ending. Its usage remains rare, with minimal historical depth.
Where Noan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Noan” around the world
Where Noan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
65
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Noan
Names that share Noan's style, for a brother or sister.
