Nuala
NOO-uh-lah
Nuala is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Of Irish and Celtic origin, Nuala is a diminutive of Fionnuala, meaning 'fair shoulder' or 'beautiful tear'. It's famously associated with the legend of the Children of Lir.”. It currently ranks #7479 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2009.
What Nuala Means
“Of Irish and Celtic origin, Nuala is a diminutive of Fionnuala, meaning 'fair shoulder' or 'beautiful tear'. It's famously associated with the legend of the Children of Lir.”
The Story of Nuala
A name born of Irish legend, carrying the whisper of beauty and the strength of resilience.
Nuala emerges from Irish and Celtic traditions, a diminutive of Fionnuala, famously known from the legend of the Children of Lir. It speaks of 'fair shoulder' or 'beautiful tear'.
This name is for your daughter, a soul of grace and gentle depth. You envision her possessing a poetic spirit, capable of enduring sorrow with resilience and facing life with an enduring, quiet strength.
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Numerology
The Adventurer
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#26 in 2009
Total Births
356
First Recorded
1948
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