Zola: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Means calm and tranquil, a name of soothing peace.
Zola as a Girl Name
- Origin
- Zulu
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #935
- Peak
- #365 in 1895
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Zola Means
Zola is a girl name of Zulu origin. Means calm and tranquil, a name of soothing peace.
How Popular Zola Is
Zola currently ranks #935 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #365 in 1895. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Zola
- Zola peaked at #365 in the U.S. in 1895.
- Its short, punchy sound makes it easy to remember.
Zola as a Boy Name
- Origin
- Zulu
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #14063
- Peak
- #3897 in 1916
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Zola Means
Zola is a boy name of Zulu origin. Calm, a name of peaceful tranquility and quiet strength.
How Popular Zola Is
Zola currently ranks #14063 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3897 in 1916. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Zola
- It's recognized and loved across many cultures worldwide.
Names Like Zola
Other Zulu names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Zola
Zulu names that pair well as a brother or sister to Zola.
Questions About Zola
What does Zola mean?
Zola is a girl name of Zulu origin. Means calm and tranquil, a name of soothing peace.
How popular is Zola?
Zola currently ranks #935 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #365 in 1895. It has held steady.
Where does Zola come from?
Zola comes from Zulu roots. Zola peaked at #365 in the U.S. in 1895.
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