Kathleen vs Noah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathleen

Girl #1,110 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, virginal"

Origin: Greek katharos via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,110
Total SSA Count
220
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Kathy, Kate, Kat

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kathleen Rank #1,110
Noah Rank #2

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 vs #1110 for Kathleen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kathleen ___

  • Kathleen Anne
  • Kathleen Marie
  • Kathleen Grace
  • Kathleen Rose
  • Kathleen Margaret
  • Kathleen Elizabeth

Noah ___

  • Noah James
  • Noah Alexander
  • Noah William
  • Noah Thomas
  • Noah Oliver
  • Noah Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kathleen

Bridget Maureen Colleen Patrick Michael

If you choose Noah

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kathleen or Noah more popular?

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kathleen at #1110 in the United States.

What do Kathleen and Noah mean?

Kathleen means "pure, virginal" (Greek katharos via Irish origin). Noah means "motion, wandering" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kathleen and Noah boy or girl names?

Kathleen is primarily a girl name. Noah is primarily a boy name.

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