Pola Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Pola

"A municipality of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1926 👥 672 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A municipality of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
672
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Pola Mean?

Pola is a feminine given name of Greek origin, a Polish and Spanish form of the name Apolonia, a feminine form of the ancient Greek name Apollinaris, a name derived from the Greek god Apollo. Saint Apollonia was an early Christian martyr venerated in the Catholic Church and the patron saint of dentists and those battling problems with their teeth. The name is currently well-used for girls in Poland.

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Pola is a feminine given name of Greek origin, a Polish and Spanish form of the name Apolonia, a feminine form of the ancient Greek name Apollinaris, a name derived from the Greek god Apollo. Saint Apollonia was an early Christian martyr venerated in the Catholic Church and the patron saint of dentists and those battling problems with their teeth. The name is currently well-used for girls in Poland.

Root Element
Pola
Core Meaning
"A municipality of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Pola

P 7
O 6
L 3
A 1
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

📊 Pola in Numbers

672 US bearers
1926 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Pola" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A municipality of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~672 people named Pola in the US. Peaked in 1926 with 25 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Pola?

The Life Path number for Pola is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 1.

Is Pola a boy or girl name?

Pola is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Pola in the US?

Approximately 672 people in the United States are named Pola. The name peaked in 1926 with 25 recorded uses.

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