Shola
girl nameShola entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #6810 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#6810
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #9010 |
| 1980s | #8377 |
| 2010s | #15539 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shola are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shola alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shola in 2025?
- Shola is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shola most popular?
- Shola peaked in 1984, reaching #6810 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shola with classmates?
- Shola will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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