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Nolawi

noh-LAH-wee · Of uncertain meaning; possibly from Ethiopian origin.

2025 rank (boys)
#3,128
Babies named in 2025
38
Peak popularity
2023
2025 frequency
1 in 44,949 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2007

Rising since 2007, #3,128 for boys today.

Popularity of Nolawi since 2007

Babies named Nolawi per year in U.S. Social Security records.

15304520102020Most births 2023Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s14
2010s106
2020s188

Meaning & origin

Nolawi is a modern name in U.S. records, first appearing in 2007 and steadily gaining attention, particularly in states like Maryland and Virginia. Its peak year so far was 2023, and as of 2025 it ranked 3,128th with a 1-in-44,949 frequency. The name likely reflects Ethiopian heritage, and its rising trajectory since 2007 aligns with growing diversity in baby naming. While its exact meaning remains unclear, its melodic sound and cultural roots make it a distinctive choice.

Nolawi is a name of Ethiopian origin, though its exact meaning is uncertain. It first appeared in U.S. records in 2007 and has seen slow but steady use, likely influenced by Ethiopian diaspora communities. The name may be related to Amharic or other Ethiopian languages, but a clear etymology has not been widely established.

Where Nolawi is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Noe, Law

Sibling names for Nolawi

Names that share Nolawi's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Selam, Meklit, Liya, Hanna, Tsion

Brothers: Yonas, Elias, Dawit, Henok, Kebede

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Questions parents ask

What does Nolawi mean?
The exact meaning of Nolawi is uncertain, but it is believed to have Ethiopian origins. It may be a given name within Ethiopian communities, though its derivation is not clearly documented.
How popular is Nolawi?
Nolawi is relatively rare in the United States. According to the latest Social Security data (2025), it ranked 3,128th, with about 1 in every 44,949 boys given that name. Its popularity has been rising since it first appeared in records in 2007, reaching its peak in 2023.
Is Nolawi a boy or girl name?
Nolawi is used primarily for boys in U.S. records, though it could be considered unisex. It has no traditional feminine or masculine associations in its Ethiopian context.