Lola

Name:

Lola

Pronounced: LOH-lah or LO-lah

Variations: Lula, Lila, Lolly, Lolla, Lolita, Lita

Origin:

Spanish

Meaning:

Lola is a Spanish name that is often used as a diminutive of Dolores. Dolores is derived from the Spanish word for "sorrows," and is often associated with the Virgin Mary, who is sometimes called "Our Lady of Sorrows." Lola is also sometimes used as a nickname for names like Charlotte or Caroline.

Popularity:

Lola is a name that is popular in many countries around the world, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. It ranks in the top 100 names for girls in Spain and France, and in the top 300 names for girls in the United States and Australia.

Did you know?

The song "Lola" by The Kinks, released in 1970, is a popular rock song that tells the story of a man who falls in love with a transvestite. It has been covered by several other artists and is considered a classic of rock music. Lola Bunny is a character in the "Looney Tunes" cartoon series. She was introduced in the 1996 film "Space Jam" and has since appeared in several other animated projects.

Famous namesakes:

Lola Kirke is an English-American actress who has appeared in films like "Mistress America" and "Gone Girl." She was born in London in 1990.

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