Lola Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lola is a Spanish name derived from Dolores, meaning 'sorrows'. It evolved from its original form in the Spanish language and conveys traits of charm and youthfulness. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, with variants like Lolita. Today, it is seen positively and is associated with several notable figures.
The name Lola is most popular in Arkansas, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lola has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lola' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2795th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2968th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 145th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 194th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 400th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 807th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1970th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 410th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 240th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lola' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lola"
Pronunciation
/ˈloʊlə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Lola is a diminutive form of the name Dolores, which means 'sorrows' in Spanish, derived from the title 'Nuestra Señora de los Dolores', referring to the Virgin Mary.
Meaning
sorrows
Language Evolution
Dolores, Lola
Historical Usage
Lola gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries and has since spread to other cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Lola, Lole, Lolita
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lola is perceived as a charming and youthful name, often associated with vivacity and femininity.
Famous People
Lola Bunny, Lola Falana, Lola Kirke
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lola"
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 "Lola"
"Lola" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2795th of 7545 | 140 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2968th of 6773 | 120 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 145th of 9107 | 29,221 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 194th of 9204 | 17,884 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 400th of 12526 | 10,048 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 807th of 19264 | 2,791 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1970th of 27321 | 1,027 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 410th of 35406 | 12,192 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 240th of 30306 | 15,727 |
Regional Popularity of "Lola" 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 "Lola" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
10.45% 148th/1416 |
20.74% 286th/1379 |
4.73% 112th/2366 |
10.33% 118th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
11.97% 185th/1546 |
21.21% 330th/1556 |
7.27% 171st/2353 |
11.76% 182nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
17.96% 400th/2227 |
25.27% 614th/2430 |
10.97% 313th/2853 |
15.78% 438th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
27.27% 801st/2937 |
37.41% 1303rd/3483 |
19.50% 686th/3518 |
22.21% 898th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
58.72% 2164th/3685 |
62.06% 2777th/4475 |
37.25% 1935th/5194 |
33.67% 2127th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
8.01% 367th/4582 |
8.09% 418th/5164 |
6.58% 481st/7313 |
5.02% 375th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.92% 196th/3984 |
6.06% 272nd/4487 |
4.05% 276th/6822 |
3.52% 221st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lola"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lola" 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.