Lola
Lola is a Spanish diminutive of Dolores, meaning 'sorrows,' though it has evolved into a standalone name with a playful, spirited identity. The name carries a vintage charm that has been embraced across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,122. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 1,313
- 2012: 1,382
- 2013: 1,493
- 2014: 1,390
- 2015: 1,458
- 2016: 1,390
- 2017: 1,339
- 2018: 1,361
- 2019: 1,298
- 2020: 1,262
- 2021: 1,193
- 2022: 1,202
- 2023: 1,193
- 2024: 1,161
- 2025: 1,132
- 2026 (projected): 1,122
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Has a flirty, confident reputation partly due to cultural references
- •Works well as both a full name and nickname
- •Short and sweet with strong international appeal
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Statistics
96,892
Total births since 1880
1919
Peak year
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