Koah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Koah is a Hebrew name meaning strength or power. It has evolved from the Hebrew word 'koach' and is seen as a strong and unique name in contemporary usage. The name does not have biblical significance but is gaining popularity as a distinctive choice among modern parents.
The name Koah is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Koah has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Koah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10322nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1937th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10581st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Koah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Koah"
Pronunciation
/koʊɑ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Koah is derived from the Hebrew word 'koach,' which means 'strength' or 'power.'
Meaning
Strength, power
Language Evolution
Koach (Hebrew), Koah (Modern Hebrew)
Historical Usage
The name Koah has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique and meaningful names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Koa, Koh
Modern Popularity & Image
Koah is perceived as a strong and unique name, often associated with resilience and power.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Koah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Koah"
"Koah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10322nd of 24088 | 80 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1937th of 23106 | 939 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10581st of 30306 | 108 |
Regional Popularity of "Koah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
43.25% 1723rd/3984 |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
25.33% 1728th/6822 |
27.82% 1746th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Koah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Koah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Koah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.