Fair-shouldered or noble
Nola is often considered a diminutive of Fionnuala, an Irish name meaning 'fair-shouldered.' It is also frequently used as a geographical name, referencing the city of Nola in Italy or as a shorthand for New Orleans, Louisiana.
About 331 girls were named Nola in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Protagonist of the film and series · She's Gotta Have It
Aspiring actress played by Scarlett Johansson · Match Point
American opera singer and musical theater actress
The same feel as Nola — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
