Sula Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sula is a name of Hebrew origin meaning peace or tranquility. Its language path includes Hebrew and Latinized forms, reflecting a journey through cultural usage. The name embodies traits of calmness and serenity, though it does not have a direct biblical reference. It gained popularity in the 20th century as a distinctive name choice.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sula"
Pronunciation
/ˈsuːlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Sula is derived from the Hebrew word 'sula', which means 'peace' or 'tranquility'.
Meaning
peace, tranquility
Language Evolution
Sula (Hebrew), Sula (Latinized form), Sula (Modern usage)
Biblical Background
Sula is not directly mentioned in the Bible, but its roots in Hebrew connect to themes of peace.
Historical Usage
The name Sula has seen varied usage across cultures and gained prominence in the 20th century as a unique choice for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Sulah, Sule, Sulaine
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sula is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with calmness and serenity.
Famous People
Sulaiman Ali Nashnush (Israeli actor), Sulaiman ibn Abd al-Malik (Umayyad caliph)
📊 Sula Name Trend Analysis
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✨ Sula Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 34 peak births in 1921
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sula"
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 "Sula"
"Sula" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1342nd of 9107 | 596 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2286th of 9204 | 256 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5189th of 12526 | 107 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21432nd of 35406 | 33 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11139th of 30306 | 99 |
Regional Popularity of "Sula" 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 "Sula" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
48.94% 1158th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/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 "Sula"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sula" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Sula" in the United States
The name Sula 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, Sula has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Sula' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1342nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2286th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5189th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21432nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11139th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sula' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.