Rising since 2021, #9,457 for girls today.
Popularity of Noha since 1976
Babies named Noha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 27 | 0 |
| 1980s | 73 | 0 |
| 1990s | 83 | 0 |
| 2000s | 84 | 32 |
| 2010s | 87 | 43 |
| 2020s | 39 | 82 |
Meaning & origin
Noha is a name of uncertain but intriguing origin, possibly a modern variant of the classic Noah or a direct borrowing from the Arabic word for intellect. First recorded in the U.S. in 1976, it reached its peak popularity in 2001, when it ranked highest on the Social Security list. Since 2021, its use has been rising again, though it remains relatively rare: as of 2025, about 1 in every 160,727 newborns receives the name. Noha is used for both boys and girls, making it a flexible choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.
Noha is a name of modern usage, likely a variation of Noah or Noa, which has Hebrew origins (rest, comfort). Alternatively, it may derive from the Arabic 'nuh' (intellect) or be a feminine form of Noah in some cultures. Its use as a unisex name has grown since the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
“Noha” around the world
Where Noha lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
75
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Noha
Names that share Noha's style, for a brother or sister.
