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Name Origin

Noah is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'rest' or 'comfort'. It is most famously associated with the biblical figure Noah, who built an ark to save his family and animals from a great flood.

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Famous People

Noah Webster (1758-1843)

Lexicographer, textbook pioneer, English-language reformer

  • Authored the first American dictionary
  • Standardized American English spelling

Noah Cyrus (2000-)

Singer, actress

  • Released hit singles like 'Make Me (Cry)' and 'July'
  • Acted in television shows like 'Hannah Montana'

Noah Centineo (1996-)

Actor

  • Starred in popular Netflix films like 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' and 'Sierra Burgess Is a Loser'
  • Appeared in television series such as 'The Fosters'

Noah Jupe (2005-)

Actor

  • Starred in films like 'A Quiet Place' and 'Honey Boy'
  • Received critical acclaim for his performances

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