NAME PROFILE
Ola
Ola is a Scandinavian name that carries the meaning of 'ancestor's relic' or 'forefather's descendant.' It evokes a sense of tradition and history, connecting individuals to their roots and heritage.
Key Stats
| Total births | 30,275 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1921 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2023 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 22%AL — 21%MS — 19%GA — 19%FL — 19%
Notable People
Ola Borten Moe (Politician, Norwegian Minister of Research and Higher Education) · Ola Gjeilo (Composer, known for his choral works) · Ola Nordmann (A fictional character representing the average Norwegian) · Ola Kamara (Soccer player, known for his time in the Norwegian national team) · Ola Salo (Musician, lead singer of The Ark)
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