Kathryn vs Noah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathryn

Girl #716 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek katharos

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#716
Total SSA Count
391
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Kate, Kathy, Kat

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kathryn Rank #716
Noah Rank #2

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 vs #716 for Kathryn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kathryn ___

  • Kathryn Anne
  • Kathryn Elizabeth
  • Kathryn Marie
  • Kathryn Louise
  • Kathryn Grace
  • Kathryn Jane

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 Kathryn

Margaret Elizabeth William Thomas Eleanor

If you choose Noah

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kathryn or Noah more popular?

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kathryn at #716 in the United States.

What do Kathryn and Noah mean?

Kathryn means "pure, clear" (Greek katharos origin). Noah means "motion, wandering" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kathryn and Noah boy or girl names?

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

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