Nuh Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Arabic
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
The name Nuh means 'rest' or 'reprieve' and is of Arabic origin.
Meaning of the Name Nuh
Nuh is a name of Arabic origin. It is derived from the Arabic word 'Nuh' which means 'rest' or 'reprieve'. In Islamic tradition, Nuh is recognized as a prophet who was chosen by God to build the ark and save mankind and animals from the flood. The name Nuh holds significance in religious contexts and symbolizes strength, faith, and perseverance.
Popularity of the Name Nuh
The popularity for the name Nuh peaked in popularity in the year 2022 with 31 births, which ranked number 8,036 out of 29,174 unique names for that year. Nuh had the most male births in 2022 with 31, which ranked number 3,591 out of 14,255 male names. The number of births for the name Nuh has increased sharply over the last ten years from 9 births to 31 births, an increase of 244.44%. Among males, Nuh has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 9 births to 31 births, an increase of 244.44%.
Nationwide Popularity of Nuh
- 10 Year Trend of Nuh: 244.44%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Nuh: 244.44%
Popularity of Nuh by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Nuh. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Nuh in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Nuh is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Nuh
- Total Births of Nuh: 35 (13.16%)
- Male Births of Nuh: 35 (13.16%)
Given the upward trend of Nuh over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 13.16% increase in total births, for a total of 35 births in 2024. Male births for Nuh have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 35 male births in 2024, an increase of 13.16%.