Noe
Noe is a boy name of Spanish, French, Hebrew origin meaning “Rest, comfort”, pronounced NOH-ay. It ranked #755 in the United States in 2025, given to 341 babies, and peaked at #431 in 2005. Common nicknames: No, Noey.
How popular is Noe in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Noe mean, and where does it come from?
Noe is the Spanish and French form of Noah, derived from the Hebrew "Noach" meaning "rest" or "comfort." In the shared biblical narrative, Noe (as rendered in the Latin Vulgate and Romance-language translations) built the ark that preserved his family and the animal kingdom through the Great Flood. The name is common throughout Latin America, Spain, and France, both as a standalone name and as a root for surnames. Noe has grown steadily in the United States alongside broader Hispanic naming trends and the wider popularity of Noah.
How is Noe used around the world?
Noe is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Noe?
Famous People Named Noe
- Noé Hernández — Mexican Olympic silver medalist in race walking
- Gaspar Noé — Argentine-French filmmaker known for boundary-pushing cinema
- Noe — the Spanish and French rendering of the biblical patriarch Noah, builder of the ark
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Noe mean?
Noe is a boy name of Spanish, French, Hebrew origin meaning "Rest, comfort." Noe is the Spanish and French form of Noah, derived from the Hebrew "Noach" meaning "rest" or "comfort." In the shared biblical narrative, Noe (as rendered in the Latin Vulgate and Romance-language translations) built the ark that preserved his family and the animal kingdom through the Great Flood.
How do you pronounce Noe?
Noe is pronounced NOH-ay. Common variations include Noah, Noé, Noach.
Is Noe a boy name?
Yes, Noe is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include No, Noey.