Nuh: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: n-ooh
Origin: UAE
gender-male

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Rest

Nuh (also spelled Noah) is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "rest" or "comfort. " It is one of the most well-known names in the Bible, associated with the patriarch Noah who built the Ark to save his family and two of every kind of animal from the Great Flood. Nuh symbolizes comfort and resilience. Nuh is a name with significant cultural and religious importance, particularly in Islamic tradition, but its popularity is primarily found within Arabic and Turkish cultures rather than being universally popular across many cultures, particularly in Christian, and Islamic traditions. Its enduring popularity stems from its association with the biblical figure Noah, who is revered for his faith and wisdom. The name Nuh is important because it represents hope and resilience. Nuh represents finding comfort and rest. For many, Nuh serves as a reminder of the importance of faith and perseverance.

Nuh Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Nuh is currently #13006 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Nuh is currently #5673 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Nuh is currently #6240 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Nuh is currently #2742 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Nuh is currently #6819 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Nuh is currently #2989 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Nuh is currently #6309 on Kiindred Australian Names

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