Noam
Noam is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Pleasantness, charm, or sweetness.
Origin and history
Noam is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning pleasantness or charm. It has gained steady recognition in the United States in recent decades, particularly within Jewish communities and among parents seeking short, modern-sounding biblical names. It shares its root with the traditional feminine name Naomi.
Popularity in the United States
2,902 babies in the United States have been named Noam since 1880. It ranks #2400 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1278.
States where it is most popular
- NY (43.9 %)
- CA (24.7 %)
- FL (9.1 %)
- NJ (7.9 %)
- TX (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 42 |
| 1970-1980 | 123 |
| 1980-1990 | 172 |
| 1990-2000 | 258 |
| 2000-2010 | 623 |
| 2010-2019 | 996 |
| 2020-2029 | 688 |
Famous people named Noam
- Noam Chomsky: Linguist, Philosopher
- Noam Murro: Film Director, Producer
Fun facts
- Noam shares the same Hebrew root (N-'-M) as the feminine name Naomi, which also signifies pleasantness.
- Noam has consistently been one of the most popular unisex and masculine names in modern Israel.