Lola
girl name#275 in 2025Lola entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #99 in 1904, ranks #275 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#275
rank today
#99
peak (1904)
1,132
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #124 |
| 1890s | #113 |
| 1900s | #108 |
| 1910s | #136 |
| 1920s | #159 |
| 1930s | #179 |
| 1940s | #253 |
| 1950s | #375 |
| 1960s | #599 |
| 1970s | #870 |
| 1980s | #1545 |
| 1990s | #2553 |
| 2000s | #573 |
| 2010s | #231 |
| 2020s | #261 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lola has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 46,500 people named Lola are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lola alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lola in 2025?
- Lola ranks #275 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,132 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lola most popular?
- Lola peaked in 1904, reaching #99 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lola with classmates?
- Lola will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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