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What Does The Name Nola Mean?

When it comes to baby names, one of the most popular is “Nola.” If you are considering naming your daughter, you might want to know what the name means and where it comes from.

Names can have interesting origins and for that reason you’ll want to have a clear understanding of how and where the name you choose for your lovely baby comes from.

Where Does Nola Come From?

Although there may be plenty of people around these parts with the name Nola but it is not from here.

In Europe

The name “Nola” is a very charming name in the United States, although its origins can be traced to Europe.

According to NameBerry, Nola is a girl’s name of Gaelic, which is the ethnic language of the Irish. The name can also traced to a Latin word meaning “white shoulder.”

In The United States

In the United States, you may also know the name Nola from the lead female character in Spike Lee’s 1986 film She’s Gotta Have It.

Of course, one of the most renown cities in America is New Orleans, which is situated in Louisiana is known by its nickname, Nola.

Top Baby Names

When it comes to the most popular baby names, Nola didn’t make the list this year. But that doesn’t mean it’s not a beautiful name.

Let’s look at the top baby names for girls and boys, according to BabyCenter.

Olivia Liam
2 Emma Noah
3 Amelia Oliver
4 Ava Elijah
5 Sophia Lucas
6 Charlotte Mason
7 Isabella Levi
8 Mia Asher
9 Luna James
10 Harper Mateo
11 Gianna Benjamin

Final Word

You can just picture that a baby named Nola is a cute, sweet little girl that melts your heart. And that name, in its strange way, makes you feel at peace with Europe and America.

It also makes you feel like you have a little piece of New Orleans in your heart, which is just where Nola lives.

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Keisha Smith

Keisha Smith is a Contributing Writer who attended college at Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge. She is currently writing a book on south Louisiana culture.

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