Inola
Meaningblack fox · Cherokee
Inola is a Native American boy name meaning “black fox”, with Cherokee roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- HistoryInola first shows up in US birth records in 1909, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 116 years since.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Inola
Inola is a boy name of Native American origin meaning “black fox”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Inola at school.
Origin:Native American names
More Native American boy names
- Unisex name: Kai · sea
- Unisex name: Dakota · friend, ally
- Boy name: Mikah · who is like God
- Boy name: Shayan · worthy
- Unisex name: Sora · sky
- Unisex name: Takoda · friend to everyone
- Unisex name: Mika · often beautiful fragrance
- Unisex name: Lakota · allies, friends
Questions about the name Inola
What does the name Inola mean?
Inola means “black fox” and comes from Cherokee. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Jett (“jet black”), Cole (“coal-black”), Jet (“black gemstone”) and Krish (“dark, black”).
What is the origin of the name Inola?
Inola is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Cherokee. Other Native American names to consider are Kai (“sea”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Mikah (“who is like God”) and Shayan (“worthy”).
Is Inola a boy or girl name?
Inola is a boy name, though a few girls are given it too each year.
What names are similar to Inola?
If you like Inola, you might also like Jett, Cole, Jet and Krish.
What should I know before naming my baby Inola?
Inola is a Native American boy name meaning “black fox”, with Cherokee roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.