Nuala

Meaning of Nuala

Nuala (NOO-lah) arrives like a gentle breeze off the Irish coast, her roots sunk deep in the Gaelic name Fionnuala, meaning “fair-shouldered.” In Celtic lore, Fionnuala’s transformation into a swan speaks to quiet strength and timeless grace, qualities that Nuala carries into the modern world with effortless charm. Though she remains a rare jewel—just fifteen American newborns wore the name in 2024, placing her around #935—her melodic simplicity and storybook heritage give her a freshness that feels both novel and enduring. For parents seeking a name that blends playful warmth with a hint of mythic wonder, Nuala offers an invitation to a world where every syllable sparkles with history and heart.

Pronunciation

Irish

• Pronunced as NOO-lah (/ˈnuːlə/)

• Nola
• Nyla
• Nia
• Nara
• Nika
• Nessa
• Neala