Rolla
boy nameRolla entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #364 in 1891, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
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rank today
#364
peak (1891)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #461 |
| 1890s | #613 |
| 1900s | #923 |
| 1910s | #1341 |
| 1920s | #1383 |
| 1930s | #1755 |
| 1940s | #2005 |
| 1950s | #2528 |
| 1960s | #3160 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Rolla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rolla 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 Rolla in 2025?
- Rolla is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rolla most popular?
- Rolla peaked in 1891, reaching #364 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rolla with classmates?
- Rolla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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