Lolita Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lolita is a Spanish diminutive of the name Dolores, meaning 'sorrows'. It has evolved from Dolores to Lola and finally to Lolita. The name is closely tied to cultural references, particularly in literature, which has shaped its modern perception. It holds no biblical relevance. Notable figures with the name include actress Lolita Davidovich and fashion designer Lolita Lempicka.
The name Lolita is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest 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, Lolita has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lolita' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1007th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 899th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 870th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 821st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2445th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5700th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7643rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lolita' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lolita"
Pronunciation
/loʊˈliːtə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Lolita is a diminutive form of the name Dolores, which means 'sorrows' in Spanish. It was popularized by the novel 'Lolita' written by Vladimir Nabokov.
Meaning
sorrows
Language Evolution
Dolores, Lola, Lolita
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly after the publication of Nabokov's novel in 1955, which brought it into public consciousness.
Variants & Derivatives
Lola, Dolores, Lolly
Modern Popularity & Image
Lolita is often associated with a controversial image due to the novel, leading to a complex perception that can be both endearing and provocative.
Famous People
Lolita Davidovich, Lolita Lempicka
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lolita"
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 "Lolita"
"Lolita" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1007th of 9107 | 934 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 899th of 9204 | 1,194 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 870th of 12526 | 2,506 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 821st of 19264 | 2,703 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2445th of 27321 | 756 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5700th of 35406 | 347 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7643rd of 30306 | 176 |
Regional Popularity of "Lolita" 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 "Lolita" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
52.40% 742nd/1416 |
75.92% 1047th/1379 |
59.51% 1408th/2366 |
59.46% 679th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
46.12% 713th/1546 |
64.07% 997th/1556 |
56.52% 1330th/2353 |
40.79% 631st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
34.49% 768th/2227 |
37.86% 920th/2430 |
28.32% 808th/2853 |
35.53% 986th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
22.06% 648th/2937 |
26.76% 932nd/3483 |
21.83% 768th/3518 |
29.82% 1206th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.28% 1853rd/3685 |
77.01% 3446th/4475 |
55.83% 2900th/5194 |
39.94% 2523rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
55.21% 4120th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lolita"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lolita" 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.