Holding steady, #5,722 for girls today.
Popularity of Noga since 1985
Babies named Noga per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 77 |
| 2010s | 105 |
| 2020s | 64 |
Meaning & origin
Noga entered U.S. naming records in 1985 and has remained a rare but consistent choice, ranking 5,722 in 2025. Its 1-in-76,537 rate reflects its niche appeal, often among Jewish families seeking a Hebrew name with a luminous meaning. The name peaked in popularity in 2025, suggesting a slow but steady uptick. Unlike many names of its rarity, Noga shows no regional concentration; no single U.S. state accounts for a disproportionate share. Its stability over decades positions it as a distinctive yet grounded option, neither trendy nor dated, with the weight of biblical imagery behind it.
Noga derives from the Hebrew root נגה (n-g-h), meaning 'to shine' or 'to give light.' In the Hebrew Bible, the word appears in contexts describing dawn, light, and radiance, such as in Isaiah 60:3. It is used as a modern feminine given name in Israel, gaining popularity since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nogi, Nog
Sibling names for Noga
Names that share Noga's style, for a brother or sister.
