UK girl's name
Lolah
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Arabic meaning "wine giver".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Lolah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Lolah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3519, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 10 births.
This profile covers 76 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 2007 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 76 living people in the UK are called Lolah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Lolah ranked #3519 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 10 girls were registered as Lolah.
- • About 76 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lolah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3519
2021
Births in 2021
6
Latest year
Peak year
2009
10 births
Estimated living
76
2026
Meaning
What does Lolah mean?
The name Lolah is believed to have originated from the Arabic language. It is a feminine given name that has been used for centuries across various regions of the Middle East and North Africa.
The name Lolah is thought to be derived from the Arabic word "lulu," which means "pearl." This connection suggests that the name may have been initially associated with beauty, purity, and rarity, as pearls were highly valued in ancient times.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lolah can be found in the 10th century CE, when it was mentioned in ancient Arabic texts and literature. During this period, the name was primarily used by Muslim families in regions such as Persia, Egypt, and the Arabian Peninsula.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Lolah. One such individual was Lolah Munir (1908-1976), an Egyptian actress and singer who was a prominent figure in the golden age of Egyptian cinema. She was known for her captivating performances and her contributions to the arts.
Another notable Lolah was Lolah Abdulrahman (1932-2022), a Saudi Arabian businesswoman and philanthropist. She was widely recognized for her efforts in promoting women's education and empowerment in Saudi Arabia, as well as her philanthropic initiatives.
In the realm of literature, Lolah Hirvisaari (1899-1982) was a Finnish author and poet. Her works, which explored themes of nature and human emotions, were widely acclaimed and translated into several languages.
Lolah Kamriyah (1874-1944) was a Syrian feminist and activist who played a significant role in the early women's rights movement in the Middle East. She advocated for women's education and fought against gender discrimination and oppressive practices.
Lolah Moshtaq (1936-2017) was a Pakistani artist and painter renowned for her vibrant and expressive depictions of life in South Asia. Her works were exhibited internationally and celebrated for their cultural significance and artistic merit.
Throughout its history, the name Lolah has maintained a sense of elegance and uniqueness, carrying with it the symbolic associations of beauty and purity that stem from its linguistic roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Lolah over time
The chart below shows babies named Lolah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Lolah, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2021, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lolah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lolah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3519 | 6 | 1 |
| 2010s | #3889 | 51 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3493 | 19 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Lolah
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Lolah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Lolah in the UK right now?
In 2021, Lolah was ranked #3519 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Lolah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 10 babies registered as Lolah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Lolah?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Arabic meaning "wine giver".
How many people are called Lolah in the UK?
A total of 76 babies have been registered as Lolah across the 13 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.