Creola Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Creola originates from the American Spanish term 'criollo,' signifying native or local. It evolved through names like Criollo and Creole, reflecting a blend of European and local identities. While lacking biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 19th century and is now perceived as a symbol of cultural heritage.
The name Creola is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Creola has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Creola' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1052nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1460th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3258th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10544th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Creola' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Creola"
Pronunciation
/kriˈoʊlə/
Origin
American Spanish
Etymology
The name 'Creola' is derived from the Spanish word 'criollo,' which referred to people of European descent born in the Americas. It has evolved to denote a unique cultural identity in various regions.
Meaning
native, local
Language Evolution
Criollo, Creole
Historical Usage
The name Creola gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in regions influenced by Spanish culture, as it came to represent a blend of European and local identities.
Variants & Derivatives
Creole, Criolla
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Creola is seen as a symbol of cultural heritage and identity, often associated with uniqueness and richness in cultural diversity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Creola"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Creola"
"Creola" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1052nd of 9107 | 872 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1460th of 9204 | 516 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3258th of 12526 | 251 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10544th of 19264 | 40 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Creola" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Creola" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
31.19% 738th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
40.42% 951st/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
72.77% 2076th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Creola"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Creola" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.