Pola Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Pola originates from Latin, meaning 'small pole' or 'stake'. It has evolved through historical forms in Latin and Italian to its current usage in English. Pola is often associated with elegance and simplicity, though it has no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and has several variants and derivatives.
The name Pola is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Pola 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, 'Pola' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2925th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3600th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5773rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10176th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19175th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13869th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8733rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Pola' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pola"
Pronunciation
/ˈpoʊlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Pola is derived from the Latin word 'pola', which means 'a small pole' or 'a stake'. It is also associated with the name of the city of Pola in Italy, known for its historical significance.
Meaning
small pole, stake
Language Evolution
Pola (Latin), Pola (Italian), Pola (English)
Historical Usage
The name Pola gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the context of Italian culture and as a given name in various countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Polly, Paola, Polaine
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Pola is perceived as a stylish and unique name, often associated with elegance and simplicity.
Famous People
Pola Negri, a famous Polish actress and silent film star., Pola Pritchard, a notable figure in the arts.
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1926
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pola"
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 "Pola"
"Pola" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2925th of 9107 | 171 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3600th of 9204 | 118 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5773rd of 12526 | 83 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10176th of 19264 | 44 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19175th of 27321 | 20 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13869th of 35406 | 90 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8733rd of 30306 | 146 |
Regional Popularity of "Pola" 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 "Pola" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
65.85% 1558th/2366 |
94.57% 1080th/1142 |
| 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) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
73.62% 2933rd/3984 |
78.18% 3508th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Pola"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pola" 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.