Girl
Nola
famous, noble
About Nola
Picture a name that whispers of jazz-filled evenings and magnolia-scented breezes. Nola embodies a cool, artistic sensibility that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet approachable. This compact four-letter gem packs considerable personality without any unnecessary embellishment. It's the kind of name that works equally well in a boardroom or an art studio, on a book cover or a business card. The brevity of Nola makes it memorable and punchy, while its soft sounds keep it undeniably feminine. Consider how it flows with your surname, how it might appear on a name tag, how it will sound when called across a playground. Nola suggests creativity, independence, and a touch of southern charm, all wrapped up in two simple syllables that refuse to be forgotten.
Popularity of the Name Nola
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #340 | ||||
| 1881 | #282 | ||||
| 1882 | #292 | ||||
| 1883 | #329 | ||||
| 1884 | #338 | ||||
| 1885 | #328 | ||||
| 1886 | #289 | ||||
| 1887 | #288 | ||||
| 1888 | #329 | ||||
| 1889 | #288 | ||||
| 1890 | #327 | ||||
| 1891 | #285 | ||||
| 1892 | #337 | ||||
| 1893 | #279 | ||||
| 1894 | #254 | ||||
| 1895 | #266 | ||||
| 1896 | #280 | ||||
| 1897 | #342 | ||||
| 1898 | #278 | ||||
| 1899 | #283 | ||||
| 1900 | #289 | ||||
| 1901 | #313 | ||||
| 1902 | #272 | ||||
| 1903 | #271 | ||||
| 1904 | #266 | ||||
| 1905 | #296 | ||||
| 1906 | #298 | ||||
| 1907 | #294 | ||||
| 1908 | #295 | #171 | |||
| 1909 | #275 | ||||
| 1910 | #306 | ||||
| 1911 | #307 | #144 | |||
| 1912 | #316 | #178 | |||
| 1913 | #337 | #106 | |||
| 1914 | #350 | #126 | |||
| 1915 | #334 | #96 | |||
| 1916 | #355 | #78 | |||
| 1917 | #358 | #64 | |||
| 1918 | #325 | #62 | |||
| 1919 | #348 | #51 | |||
| 1920 | #379 | #50 | |||
| 1921 | #374 | #48 | |||
| 1922 | #361 | #42 | |||
| 1923 | #375 | #43 | |||
| 1924 | #379 | #30 | |||
| 1925 | #415 | #27 | |||
| 1926 | #417 | #25 | |||
| 1927 | #359 | #20 | |||
| 1928 | #376 | #34 | |||
| 1929 | #372 | #20 | |||
| 1930 | #382 | #39 | |||
| 1931 | #371 | #36 | |||
| 1932 | #370 | #36 | |||
| 1933 | #384 | #48 | |||
| 1934 | #360 | #30 | |||
| 1935 | #375 | #38 | |||
| 1936 | #367 | #43 | |||
| 1937 | #378 | #55 | |||
| 1938 | #350 | #64 | |||
| 1939 | #408 | #67 | |||
| 1940 | #425 | #67 | |||
| 1941 | #411 | #109 | |||
| 1942 | #457 | #94 | |||
| 1943 | #431 | #93 | |||
| 1944 | #459 | #102 | |||
| 1945 | #473 | #125 | |||
| 1946 | #527 | #112 | |||
| 1947 | #527 | #138 | |||
| 1948 | #579 | #172 | |||
| 1949 | #557 | #150 | |||
| 1950 | #520 | #134 | |||
| 1951 | #528 | #170 | |||
| 1952 | #558 | #209 | |||
| 1953 | #544 | #203 | |||
| 1954 | #588 | ||||
| 1955 | #670 | #223 | |||
| 1956 | #669 | #224 | |||
| 1957 | #803 | #276 | |||
| 1958 | #852 | #304 | |||
| 1959 | #627 | ||||
| 1960 | #793 | ||||
| 1961 | #855 | ||||
| 1962 | #868 | ||||
| 1963 | #981 | ||||
| 1964 | #889 | ||||
| 2008 | #917 | ||||
| 2009 | #957 | #930 | |||
| 2010 | #857 | ||||
| 2011 | #894 | #997 | |||
| 2012 | #805 | ||||
| 2013 | #776 | #835 | |||
| 2014 | #804 | #792 | #783 | ||
| 2015 | #770 | #587 | |||
| 2016 | #821 | #524 | #720 | ||
| 2017 | #744 | #521 | #894 | ||
| 2018 | #643 | #373 | #822 | #788 | |
| 2019 | #607 | #299 | #982 | #565 | |
| 2020 | #553 | #255 | #949 | #643 | |
| 2021 | #596 | #208 | #492 | #774 | |
| 2022 | #627 | #217 | #539 | #812 | |
| 2023 | #740 | #214 | #943 | ||
| 2024 | #765 | #233 | |||
| 2025 | #822 | #278 | |||
| 2006 | #942 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Nola
- Nuala
- Fionnghuala
- Nolene
- Noeleen
- Nolwenn
Names Similar to Nola
Nicknames for Nola
- Nole
- No
- Nollie
- Lala
- Ollie
Famous People Named Nola
| Nola Ochs | Oldest person to graduate college at age 95 |
| Nola Fairbanks | Renowned astronomer |
| Nola Marino | Australian politician |
| Nola Luxford | Olympic gold medalist in swimming |
| Nola Henderson | Accomplished pianist and composer |
| Nola Forbes | Advocate for women's rights |
| Nola York | Noted historian and author |
| Nola Wallace | Esteemed philanthropist |
| Nola Rivers | Award-winning actress |
| Nola Hart | Pioneer in environmental conservation |
| Nola Simmons | Respected journalist and news anchor |
| Nola Chandler | Trailblazing entrepreneur |
| Nola Bishop | Influential fashion designer |
| Nola Tate | Celebrated sculptor |
| Nola Donovan | Revered educator and academician |
| Nola Bennett | Acclaimed poet and writer |
| Nola Palmer | Groundbreaking archeologist |
| Nola Gallagher | Leading researcher in medical science |
| Nola Cook | Notable chef and restaurateur |
| Nola Reeves | Distinguished humanitarian |
Characters Named Nola
| Nola Thompson | Protagonist in a mystery novel series |
| Nola Morgan | Lead character in a romantic comedy film |
| Nola Walker | Adventurous space explorer in a sci-fi novel |
| Nola Carter | Magical heroine in a fantasy book series |
| Nola Anderson | Secret agent in a spy thriller movie |
| Nola Johnson | Brave warrior in an epic fantasy video game |
| Nola Cooper | Teen detective in a mystery TV show |
| Nola Ramirez | Time-traveling scientist in a science fiction series |
| Nola Bennett | Young adult protagonist in a coming-of-age novel |
| Nola Williams | Superhero with elemental powers in a comic series |
| Nola Morganstern | Witch with a destiny in a fantasy book trilogy |
| Nola Montgomery | Bold pirate captain in an adventure novel |
| Nola Turner | Talented musician in a contemporary romance story |
| Nola Mitchell | Genius inventor in a steampunk-themed graphic novel |
| Nola Greene | Empowered activist in a dystopian novel |
| Nola Rivera | Martial arts expert in an action-packed movie franchise |
| Nola Reed | Imaginative storyteller in a children's book series |
| Nola Parker | Space smuggler in a futuristic sci-fi TV show |
| Nola Campbell | Psychic detective in a supernatural mystery series |
| Nola Adams | Inspirational figure in a historical drama film |