Rest or repose
Knoa is a modern phonetic variant of the Hebrew name Noah. While it retains the traditional meaning of comfort or rest, this specific spelling is a contemporary invention designed for a unique visual appeal. It is extremely rare compared to its classic counterpart.
Less common today
Knoa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,065 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
