Unisex Name
Noam
ˈno.ʔam
ˈnoʊm
nɔ.am
Overview
Gender
masculine & feminine
Origin
Categories
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linguists
philosophers
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virtues
Writing Systems
נוֹעַםHebrew
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
77/100
formal65%
wholesome120%
strong65%
refined80%
strange65%
simple140%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
Noam is a Hebrew name that means "gentleness", "pleasantness", or "peacefulness". It originated as the male version of Na'omi (English: "Naomi" or "Noémie") but has evolved into a unisex name commonly used in Hebrew-speaking communities. The name is celebrated on 7 December as its common name day.
Etymology
Original Form:
נעם/נועם
Evolution:
Originally a male variant of Na'omi, now used for any gender.
Source:
Hebrew