How Many People Are Named Noland?

Complete statistics for the name Noland: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Noland
Rare
Old English

Noland means 'valley dweller' and it's super rare, with only 1,300 people bearing this name out of every 253,795 Americans. That's a pretty unique spot to hold, and it's even more interesting since the name peaked in 2021 with 37 births.

~8,884
Living in US
1 in 37,309
Americans
2021
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Valley dweller
🌐
Origin
Old English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Dependable Strong Resilient
6
Life Path Number

Life-path number 6 typically represents harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,929
Worldwide Bearers
#172,789
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
1,240
🇵🇭 Philippines
381
🇨🇦 Canada
60
🇿🇦 South Africa
36
🇬🇾 Guyana
32
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
26
🇲🇭 Marshall Islands
23
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
15
🇵🇪 Peru
14
🇨🇱 Chile
13

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,300 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 51
542
Would be under 30 (31%)
487
Would be 30–60 (28%)
725
Would be over 60 (41%)

All 1,754 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2021

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
91
Classic Feel
25
Modern Appeal
95
International
88

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Noland Through the Generations

Noland has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially among younger generations, but its current distribution shows a notable skew towards older individuals. With 41% of those named Noland being over 60, it suggests a blend of tradition and modern adoption. The name's peak in 2021 hints at a resurgence, possibly driven by its unique sound and meaning, attracting new parents looking for something distinctive yet classic.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Louisiana 6
Missouri 5

✨ Similar Names to Noland

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Noland's Old English roots

📄 About the Name Noland

How Many People Have the Name Noland?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 8,884 people in the United States currently share the name Noland. That works out to roughly 1 in every 37,309 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Noland a Common or Rare Name?

Noland is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Noland Mean?

Noland means "valley dweller" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Noland in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Noland Most Popular?

The name Noland reached peak popularity in 2021, with 37 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Noland?

Approximately 8,884 people named Noland live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 8,884. That works out to roughly 1 in 37,309 Americans.

Is Noland a rare name?

Noland is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 37,309 Americans has this name.

What does the name Noland mean?

Noland means "valley dweller" and comes from Old English origins.

Is Noland more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Noland are male and 0% are female.

When was Noland most popular?

Noland peaked in 2021 with 37 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US8,884
All-Time Births8,884
1 in X1 in 37,309
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age51
Peak Year2021
World Rank#172,789
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.