Find out how popular the first name Noland has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Noland by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Noland is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 35 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Noland.

The history of the first name Noland

The name Noland is an English given name derived from the Old English words "noh" meaning "enough" and "land" referring to a landholding or estate. It originated in medieval England, likely as a surname initially indicating someone who owned a sizable amount of land or property.

The earliest recorded use of Noland as a given name dates back to the late 16th century. One of the earliest known individuals with this first name was Noland Oldfield, an English playwright and actor born around 1580. He is best known for his work in London's theater scene during the early 17th century.

Another notable historical figure with the name Noland was Sir Noland Nagle, an Irish landowner and politician who lived from 1619 to 1701. He served as a Member of Parliament for County Cork and was known for his support of Catholic rights during the Protestant Reformation in Ireland.

In the 18th century, Noland Curry (1737-1803) was a prominent American surveyor and soldier who fought in the American Revolutionary War. He was instrumental in mapping and surveying the western territories of Virginia and Kentucky.

During the 19th century, Noland Woodruff (1830-1905) was an influential American educator and author. He served as the president of Judson College in Alabama and wrote several books on pedagogy and educational theory.

One of the most famous individuals with the name Noland was the American jazz pianist and composer Noland "Nollie" Bearden (1924-2017). He was a highly respected figure in the New Orleans jazz scene and is considered one of the pioneers of the Dixieland revival movement in the mid-20th century.

While the name Noland is not as common today as it once was, it has a rich historical legacy spanning several centuries and cultures. Its origins can be traced back to medieval England, and it has been borne by notable figures in various fields, from literature and politics to surveying and music.

Data source

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