Ola
girl name#7885 in 2025Ola entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #140 in 1886, ranks #7885 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#7885
rank today
#140
peak (1886)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #154 |
| 1890s | #158 |
| 1900s | #162 |
| 1910s | #217 |
| 1920s | #258 |
| 1930s | #309 |
| 1940s | #449 |
| 1950s | #801 |
| 1960s | #1756 |
| 1970s | #3051 |
| 1980s | #4230 |
| 1990s | #6878 |
| 2000s | #9657 |
| 2010s | #9358 |
| 2020s | #7860 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ola has been most popular in MI.
Living bearers
About 5,600 people named Ola are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ola alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ola in 2025?
- Ola ranks #7885 among US girl names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ola most popular?
- Ola peaked in 1886, reaching #140 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ola with classmates?
- Ola will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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