Lola

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Lola is a diminutive form of the name Dolores, which means "sorrow" or "suffering".
Pronunciation
LAW-LA(French)
LO-la(Spanish)
LO-lə(English)
loh-lah
Popularity
Lola is a popular name in many countries, including the United States, where it has been in the top 500 names since the 1880s. In 2021, Lola ranked #189 in the US. It is also a popular name in Spain, France, and many Latin American countries.

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Lola Name meanings & History

Lola is a diminutive form of the name Dolores, which means "sorrow" or "suffering". Spanish diminutive of Dolores. A famous bearer was Lola Montez (1821-1861; birth name Eliza Gilbert), an Irish-born dancer, actress and courtesan. Lola is a versatile name that works well with many different types of personalities and styles. It's a great choice for parents who want a name that's both traditional and modern. Lola is often used as a standalone name, but it can also work as a nickname for other names, like Dolores or Lorelei.

Zodiac Sign of Lola: Lover Taurus,Logical Libra

Synonyms of Lola:

L: Lovely,Languid,Lover,Luscious,Legal,Lazy,Liaison

O: Obsolete,Organized,Ostentatious,Obsessive,Obstinate

A: Assertive,Argumentative,Ambitious,Angry,Action,Aggressive

Lola is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Informal name
  • a Refined name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Lola include singer Lola Flores, actress Lola Kirke, and model Lola Falana.

2.) Lola (Female)

Usage: Spanish

Meanings: (Spanish) a familiar form of Carlotta, Dolores, Louise.

Other Forms: Lolah


3.) Lola (Female)

Usage: Spanish

Meanings: Sorrows

Other Forms: Lolah


4.) Lola (Female)

Usage: Spanish

Meanings: (Spanish) pensive

Other Forms: Lo, Lolah, Lolita


5.) Lola (Female)

Usage: Uzbek


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Cartoon of Lola

Description: Means "tulip" in Uzbek, ultimately from Persian لاله (lâle).

6.) Lola (Unisex)

Usage: Lingala

Meanings: Lola has different meanings depending on the culture and language. In Spanish, it is commonly associated with the Virgin Mary, as well as with sorrows and pains. In African cultures, Lola means "queen" or "royalty." In English, Lola is often seen as a diminutive of Dolores and means "lady of sorrows."

Scripts: Lola is written the same way in most languages, including Spanish, English, French, Italian, and Portuguese.
Лола(Uzbek Cyrillic)

Pronunciation: LO-la
Low-luh


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Cartoon of Lola

Description: Lola is a variant of the name Dolores, which is derived from the Spanish word "dolor" meaning "sorrow" or "pain.". Lola has different meanings depending on the culture and language. In Spanish, it is commonly associated with the Virgin Mary, as well as with sorrows and pains. In African cultures, Lola means "queen" or "royalty." In English, Lola is often seen as a diminutive of Dolores and means "lady of sorrows.". Means "tulip" in Uzbek, ultimately from Persian لاله (lâle). Lola is a name that can be used for formal and informal occasions. It is suitable for both a baby girl and a grown woman. Lola can also be a great nickname for someone whose name starts with "L."

Famous People

Lola is a commonly used name in the entertainment industry. Some famous people with the name Lola include the singer Lola Falana and the actress Lola Kirke.

Related Names to Lola

Dolores, Lolo, Lolita, Lila, Layla, Leila, Lyla, Lily, and Lula

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