How Many People Are Named Loula?

Complete statistics for the name Loula: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Loula
Very Rare
Greek

Loula is a rare, feminine name with roots in Greek, meaning 'light'. Only 108 people named Loula live in the US today, making up just 1 in 3,059,115 Americans. The majority of Loula's are over 60, giving the name a classic, old-school vibe.

~142
Living in US
1 in 2,334,150
Americans
1884
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Greek for light
🌐
Origin
Greek
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Radiant Gentle Wise
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,288
Worldwide Bearers
#105,680
Global Rank
🇪🇬 Egypt
1,345
🇩🇯 Djibouti
870
🇲🇦 Morocco
491
🇺🇸 United States
426
🇬🇷 Greece
364
🇨🇾 Cyprus
265
🇨🇲 Cameroon
79
🇮🇩 Indonesia
58
🇳🇪 Niger
46
🇨🇦 Canada
45

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
108 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 105
57
Would be under 30 (9%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
571
Would be over 60 (91%)

All 628 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1884

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
83
Classic Feel
100
Modern Appeal
10
International
93

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Loula Through the Generations

Loula has been around since the late 19th century, peaking in popularity in 1884 with 17 births. Over time, its usage has remained stable, with most Loulas now over 60 years old. This age skew paints a picture of a name that's been passed down through generations, maintaining its charm despite its rarity.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Louisiana 5

✨ Similar Names to Loula

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Loula's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Loula

How Many People Have the Name Loula?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 142 people in the United States currently share the name Loula. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,334,150 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Loula a Common or Rare Name?

Loula is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Loula Mean?

Loula means "Greek for light" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Loula in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Loula Most Popular?

The name Loula reached peak popularity in 1884, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Loula?

Approximately 142 people named Loula live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 142. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,334,150 Americans.

Is Loula a rare name?

Loula is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,334,150 Americans has this name.

What does the name Loula mean?

Loula means "Greek for light" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Loula more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Loula are male and 100% are female.

When was Loula most popular?

Loula peaked in 1884 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US142
All-Time Births142
1 in X1 in 2,334,150
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age105
Peak Year1884
World Rank#105,680
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.