Sorrow or lady of sorrows
Lola originated as a Spanish diminutive of Dolores. It refers to the Virgin Mary, specifically 'Nuestra Señora de los Dolores', or Our Lady of Sorrows. Despite its somber etymology, it has evolved into a spirited and sassy standalone name.
About 1,132 girls were named Lola in 2025.
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Animated rabbit character · Space Jam
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Main character in Charlie and Lola · Charlie and Lola
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Lola — far less common.
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