Noah
NOH-uh
A classic biblical name meaning “rest,” with a calm, steady feel.
Meaning
In the provided sources, Noah is identified as the Scripture name from Hebrew, meaning “rest.” The same etymology is repeated across the excerpts, and the name appears as a baptismal name in Christian usage. The familiar English form comes through biblical tradition rather than a later coined meaning.
Origin
Hebrewmasculine
Fun fact
The excerpts also list several related historical spellings and forms, including Noa, Noachas, and Noe.
Confidence: sourced. Sources: History of Christian Names, Praenomina; or, the etymology of the principal Christian names of Great Britain and Ireland.