Declining since 2005, #9,457 for girls today.
Popularity of Nohelia since 1989
Babies named Nohelia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 48 |
| 2000s | 130 |
| 2010s | 77 |
| 2020s | 54 |
Meaning & origin
Nohelia is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1989. With a peak rank of 9,457 in 2025, it is given to roughly 1 in every 160,727 newborn girls. The name's trajectory has been falling since 2005, suggesting it has not gained wide popularity. Its etymology is uncertain, but it appears to be an elaboration of Noelia, a Spanish form of Noelle, which derives from the French word for Christmas. Nohelia has not been recorded among any top states, indicating its use is scattered across the country. Its sound and structure align with other feminine names ending in -ia, giving it a melodic, modern feel.
Nohelia appears to be a modern coinage, likely derived from the name Noelia (a Spanish form of Noelle, meaning 'Christmas') with the addition of the suffix -ia. It may also be a variant of the name Nohelani, of Hawaiian origin, though that connection is speculative. The name gained modest use in the United States starting in the late 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Noh, Lia, Eli
Sibling names for Nohelia
Names that share Nohelia's style, for a brother or sister.
