Nola Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nola Name at a Glance

Name	Nola
Meaning	Famous; noble - feminine form of Nolan. Also can be a diminutive of Finola: Fair shoulders.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Nola Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nola means “Famous; noble - feminine form of Nolan. Also can be a diminutive of Finola: Fair shoulders”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Nola Name Origin

Our database records Nola under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Nola a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Nola is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Nola

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