Nuala
girl name#11932 in 2025Nuala entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #4494 in 1965, ranks #11932 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1948–2025
#11932
rank today
#4494
peak (1965)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4651 |
| 1950s | #5565 |
| 1960s | #5386 |
| 1970s | #7269 |
| 1990s | #14411 |
| 2000s | #10862 |
| 2010s | #9616 |
| 2020s | #10712 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Nuala are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nuala alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nuala in 2025?
- Nuala ranks #11932 among US girl names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nuala most popular?
- Nuala peaked in 1965, reaching #4494 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nuala with classmates?
- Nuala will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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