Nola
no-luh
US Popularity:1234
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:White shoulder; Famous; Noble
Fionnuala, this name translates to “white shoulder,” "famous," or "noble," and is a unique way to help baby connect to their Celtic roots. Nola can also be a shortened form of Magnolia, a tree known for its gorgeous flowers that is sure to show baby the beauty of nature, or could derive from Latin. For a unique meaning, Nola is also known as the acronym for New Orleans, Lousiana, a vibrant city known for its music, nightlife, and mouthwatering cuisine. If this city has a dear place in your heart, naming baby Nola will make for wonderful sentimental meaning.
Nola Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Nola is currently #521 on The Bump
Girl:Nola is currently #214 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Nola is currently #1234 in U.S. births
Girl:Nola is currently #460 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1234
in 2022
- 82
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Behind the Name, Fionnuala June 2023
Name Doctor, Nola
Merriam-Webster, NOLA noun
House of Names, Nola History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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