Noella is a feminine name of French origin. It is derived from the French word "noël," meaning Christmas. The name Noella is closely associated with the holiday season and carries a joyful and festive connotation. In English, Noella is pronounced as noh-EL-uh (/noʊˈɛlə/). A variation of this name is Noelle. Noella has been moderately popular in the United States, with its peak popularity occurring in the 1980s. It has seen a steady decline in usage since then but remains a charming and unique choice for parents looking for a Christmas-inspired name for their baby girl.
Mother Noella Marcellino, O.S.B., is an American Benedictine nun with a doctorate in microbiology who studied fungi and the positive effects of decay and putrefaction on cheese flavors. |
Noëlla Rouget was a French Resistance member and teacher. |