Loa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Loa originates from the Hawaiian language, meaning 'long' or 'tall'. It has roots in Hawaiian mythology, where it is associated with oceanic deities. The name has evolved solely within Hawaiian culture and is viewed positively, often symbolizing nature and spirituality. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Loa gained popularity in the 20th century and remains a distinctive choice today.
The name Loa is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West 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, Loa has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Loa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2373rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2199th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4399th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19950th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8437th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Loa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Loa"
Pronunciation
/loʊə/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Loa is derived from the Hawaiian word meaning 'long' or 'tall'. In Hawaiian mythology, Loa is also associated with a god of the ocean.
Meaning
long, tall
Language Evolution
Hawaiian
Historical Usage
The name Loa gained popularity in Hawaii and among those influenced by Hawaiian culture, particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Loani, Loana
Modern Popularity & Image
Loa is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with nature and spirituality in Hawaiian culture.
Famous People
Loa Ridge (a prominent area in Hawaii), Loa Puna (a Hawaiian cultural figure)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Loa"
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 "Loa"
"Loa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2373rd of 9107 | 246 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2199th of 9204 | 274 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4399th of 12526 | 151 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19950th of 35406 | 40 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8437th of 30306 | 153 |
Regional Popularity of "Loa" 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 "Loa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
- | - |
70.75% 808th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
77.31% 1196th/1547 |
| 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) |
- | - | - |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Loa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Loa" 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.