girl name · Irish origin
Nuala
/ NOO-uh-luh /
Meaning
Nuala means Fair shoulder (Irish).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Irish
Pronunciation
NOO-uh-luh
Popularity
#12837 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Nuala in the US, 1880–2025
Nuala first appears in US records in 1948. It peaked in 2009, when 26 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 7.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Nuala mean?
Nuala is a short form of Fionnuala, “fair-shouldered.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nuala mean?
Nuala means Fair shoulder. Nuala is a short form of Fionnuala, “fair-shouldered.”
What is the origin of the name Nuala?
Nuala is of Irish origin.
How do you pronounce Nuala?
Nuala is pronounced “NOO-uh-luh.”
Is Nuala a boy or a girl name?
Nuala is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Nuala?
In 2025, Nuala ranked #12837 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Nuala most popular?
Nuala was most popular in 2009, when about 26 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.