How Many People Are Named Olana?

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

Olana
Very Rare
Persian

Olana means 'light' in Persian, making it a name that shines. Only 94 people named Olana live in the US today, which is just 1 in 3,496,262 Americans. The majority of Olanas are under 30, showing it's a truly modern name.

~94
Living in US
1 in 3,496,262
Americans
2021
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Light
🌐
Origin
Persian
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Radiant Hopeful Inspiring
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

67,377
Worldwide Bearers
#14,335
Global Rank
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
67,042
🇺🇸 United States
102
🇨🇦 Canada
57
🇧🇷 Brazil
53
🇷🇺 Russia
35
🇮🇳 India
16
🇮🇩 Indonesia
16
🇺🇦 Ukraine
9
🇿🇦 South Africa
7
🇵🇭 Philippines
6

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
94 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 8
95
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 95 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: 2021

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
54
Classic Feel
6
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

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

📜 Olana Through the Generations

Olana's journey through the generations shows a recent surge in popularity. With only 95 total births recorded since 1980, it's clear that Olana is a name that's gaining traction. In 2021, the peak year, there were 10 births, indicating a rising trend. Today, 94 people named Olana are alive, with most being under 30 years old, reflecting its status as a contemporary choice.

✨ Similar Names to Olana

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Olana's Persian roots

📄 About the Name Olana

How Many People Have the Name Olana?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 94 people in the United States currently share the name Olana. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,496,262 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Olana a Common or Rare Name?

Olana 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 Olana Mean?

Olana means "light" and comes from Persian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Olana Most Popular?

The name Olana reached peak popularity in 2021, with 10 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

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 Olana?

Approximately 94 people named Olana live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 95. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,496,262 Americans.

Is Olana a rare name?

Olana is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,496,262 Americans has this name.

What does the name Olana mean?

Olana means "light" and comes from Persian origins.

Is Olana more male or female?

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

When was Olana most popular?

Olana peaked in 2021 with 10 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

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 US94
All-Time Births95
1 in X1 in 3,496,262
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age8
Peak Year2021
World Rank#14,335
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.