Nomvula
Meaningmother of rain · Zulu
Nomvula is an African girl name meaning “mother of rain”, with Zulu 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 simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Word funNomvula doesn't repeat a single letter: 7 letters, all different.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Nomvula would score 12 points, thanks largely to the V (worth 4).
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 Nomvula
Nomvula is a girl name of African origin meaning “mother of rain”. 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 Nomvula at school.
Origin:African names
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- Unisex name: Zuri · beautiful
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Questions about the name Nomvula
What does the name Nomvula mean?
Nomvula means “mother of rain” and comes from Zulu. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Maia (“mother”), Danae (“mother of Perseus”), Candace (“queen mother”) and Ambika (“mother, Parvati”).
What is the origin of the name Nomvula?
Nomvula is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Zulu. Other African names to consider are Layla (“night”), Zuri (“beautiful”), Aisha (“alive”) and Amber (“amber resin”).
Is Nomvula a boy or girl name?
Nomvula is a girl name.
What names are similar to Nomvula?
If you like Nomvula, you might also like Maia, Danae, Candace and Ambika.
What should I know before naming my baby Nomvula?
Nomvula is an African girl name meaning “mother of rain”, with Zulu 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 simple to spell and say, 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.