Lola Gray

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lola Gray — Spanish
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lola Gray is a name that combines Spanish origins. The first name Lola is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. Lola is a feminine given name and nickname in the Romance languages, and other language groups. It is a hypocoristic form of the Spanish name Dolores, meaning "sorrows", taken from one of the titles of the Virgin Mary: Nuestra Señora de los Dolores, or Our Lady of Sorrows. The term Lola is used as an affectionate or honorific term for an elderly woman (a grandmother) in the Philippines. (Synonyms include; lola, impo, lelang, mamang). This is used coinciding with the male honorific of Lolo (Syn.; lolo, apo, lelong, tatang). Lola is also a short form of the unrelated German name Aloisia. The surname Gray: Gray is a surname of English and Scottish origins. In most Scottish instances, the name "Gray" is from the Germanic Scots language, and is cognate with Old English, "græg", meaning "grey", probably as a hair colour. Lola is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 74K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lola reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lola

Spanish

Lola is a feminine given name and nickname in the Romance languages, and other language groups. It is a hypocoristic form of the Spanish name Dolores, meaning "sorrows", taken from one of the titles of the Virgin Mary: Nuestra Señora de los Dolores, or Our Lady of Sorrows. The term Lola is used as an affectionate or honorific term for an elderly woman (a grandmother) in the Philippines. (Synonyms include; lola, impo, lelang, mamang). This is used coinciding with the male honorific of Lolo (Syn.; lolo, apo, lelong, tatang). Lola is also a short form of the unrelated German name Aloisia.

Surname: Gray

English

Gray is a surname of English and Scottish origins. In most Scottish instances, the name "Gray" is from the Germanic Scots language, and is cognate with Old English, "græg", meaning "grey", probably as a hair colour.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lola is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lola by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Lola Gray

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lola Gray:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lola?
The first name Lola originates from Spanish. Lola is a feminine given name and nickname in the Romance languages, and other language groups. It is a hypocoristic form of the Spanish name Dolores, meaning "sorrows", taken from one of the titles of the Virgin Mary: Nuestra Señora de los Dolores, or Our Lady of Sorrows. The term Lola is used as an affectionate or honorific term for an elderly woman (a grandmother) in the Philippines. (Synonyms include; lola, impo, lelang, mamang). This is used coinciding with the male honorific of Lolo (Syn.; lolo, apo, lelong, tatang). Lola is also a short form of the unrelated German name Aloisia.
When was Lola most popular?
The name Lola reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Gray?
The surname Gray originates from English. Gray is a surname of English and Scottish origins. In most Scottish instances, the name "Gray" is from the Germanic Scots language, and is cognate with Old English, "græg", meaning "grey", probably as a hair colour.
What are the origins of the name Lola Gray?
The name Lola Gray combines two different traditions: the first name Lola has Spanish roots, while the surname Gray originates from English.
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