UK girl's name
Noga
A feminine Hebrew name meaning "pearl, jewel, or flower bud".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Noga is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Noga popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5765, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2017 to 2017. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Noga is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Noga. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2018 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Noga ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 3 girls were registered as Noga.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Noga as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5765
2017
Births in 2017
3
Latest year
Peak year
2017
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Noga mean?
The given name Noga has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture. It is derived from the Hebrew word "nogah," which means "radiant" or "shining." The name has been in use since ancient times in the Middle East region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Noga can be found in the Hebrew Bible, where it is mentioned as the name of a place in the book of Ezra. This suggests that the name was already in use during the time of the Persian Empire, around the 5th century BCE.
In Jewish tradition, the name Noga is associated with beauty, light, and radiance. It is believed to symbolize the divine light that illuminates the world. Some Jewish scholars have interpreted the name as a reference to the spiritual enlightenment that comes from studying the Torah.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Noga. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Noga the Babylonian, a scholar and astronomer who lived in the 3rd century BCE. He is credited with making significant contributions to the development of ancient Babylonian astronomy.
Another notable figure with the name Noga was Noga Hildesheimer, a German-Israeli rabbi and scholar who lived from 1824 to 1899. He was a prominent leader in the Orthodox Jewish community and played a significant role in the establishment of modern Jewish education.
In more recent times, Noga Kadman (born 1947) is an Israeli author and playwright who has written numerous books and plays exploring themes of identity, memory, and the human condition.
Noga Erez (born 1990) is an Israeli singer-songwriter and musician known for her unique blend of electronic and jazz influences. Her music often explores social and political themes, and she has gained critical acclaim for her thought-provoking lyrics and innovative sound.
Noga Sklar (born 1969) is an Israeli fashion designer and entrepreneur. She founded the successful clothing brand Skunkfunk, which is known for its sustainable and ethical production practices. Sklar has been recognized for her innovative designs and commitment to environmental responsibility.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Noga by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Noga was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5765 | 3 | 1 |
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- Neve 7,180
- Natalia 7,099
- Nadia 6,032
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FAQ
Noga: questions and answers
How popular is the name Noga in the UK right now?
In 2017, Noga was ranked #5765 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Noga most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 3 babies registered as Noga in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Noga?
A feminine Hebrew name meaning "pearl, jewel, or flower bud".
How many people are called Noga in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Noga across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.