Nola vs Laura

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nola

Girl #766 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"white shoulder (from Fionnuala)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

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Nola Rank #766

Laura Rank #358

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #766 for Nola.

Is Nola or Laura more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Nola at #766 in the United States.

What do Nola and Laura mean?

Nola means "white shoulder (from Fionnuala)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin).

Are Nola and Laura boy or girl names?

Nola is primarily a girl name. Laura is primarily a girl name.