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Noa

Girl / Boy name · 165 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Noa: 165 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 29 births in 2025.

The name Noa is of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical female figure Noa, one of the five daughters of Zelophehad in the Book of Numbers—her name is thought to mean “motion” or “movement.” It is distinct from the masculine Noah, though often mistaken for it. Famous bearers include Israeli singer-songwriter Noa (born Achinoam Nini), who has performed internationally, and actress Noa Tishby, an advocate for Israel’s image in the media. No place is directly named after a bearer, but