Noë

Hebrew

"rest, repose"

Noë Origin and Meaning

The name Noë is a boy's name of French origin.

Noë is a masculine name derived from the biblical Noah, which comes from the Hebrew word meaning 'rest' or 'comfort.' This spelling variation is particularly common in French-speaking regions and parts of Western Europe. The dieresis over the 'e' (ë) indicates that the vowels are pronounced separately rather than as a diphthong, giving the name its distinctive two-syllable pronunciation (No-eh). Noë maintains the profound biblical significance of Noah, who built the ark and saved animal species from the great flood. Though less familiar in English-speaking countries, this variant offers a subtle, sophisticated European flair while preserving the name's ancient heritage and spiritual connections.