Ladora Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: lah-DOR-ah /lɑːˈdɔːrə/
Origin: English; Spanish
Meaning: English: derived from 'Lad'; Spanish: 'adorable'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ladora is believed to have roots in the Latin name "Laudare," which means "to praise." This etymological connection suggests a lineage that may trace back to the ancient Roman culture, where names often carried significant meanings related to virtues and qualities. The transition from Latin to vernacular forms occurred as the Roman Empire expanded and subsequently fragmented, influencing the development of various languages, including the emergence of Old French and ultimately English.
The name Ladora likely entered the English lexicon through these linguistic transformations, although specific historical documentation of its introduction remains sparse. Historically, names derived from Latin have been prevalent in various cultures, often associated with notable figures or saints.
While there is no direct reference to a prominent historical figure named Ladora, the name's roots in praise align it with a broader tradition of names that celebrate virtues. The use of names that convey positive attributes has been a common practice throughout history, particularly in Christian contexts, where names often reflect the qualities of saints or biblical figures.
This tradition has contributed to the endurance of names with similar meanings across generations. Culturally, Ladora may resonate with themes of admiration and respect, reflecting the values of the societies that adopted it.
The name's lyrical quality and its connection to the act of praising may have made it appealing in various contexts, particularly in literature and poetry, where names often serve as symbols of character traits. While diminutive forms or variations may exist, the name Ladora itself stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of names that embody positive connotations and virtues.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ladora was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Ladora has ranked as high as #5153 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in Oklahoma.
In the past 5 years the name Ladora has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ladora is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ladora was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ladora.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 | 6 |
| 1990 | 13 | 13 |
| 1989 | 9 | 9 |
| 1988 | 10 | 10 |
| 1987 | 10 | 10 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 | 6 |
| 1984 | 10 | 10 |
| 1982 | 9 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 | 6 |
| 1980 | 8 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 | 6 |
| 1978 | 7 | 7 |
| 1974 | 9 | 9 |
| 1973 | 6 | 6 |
| 1972 | 8 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 |
| 1970 | 7 | 7 |
| 1969 | 8 | 8 |
| 1968 | 9 | 9 |
| 1967 | 11 | 11 |
| 1966 | 8 | 8 |
| 1965 | 11 | 11 |
| 1964 | 12 | 12 |
| 1963 | 12 | 12 |
| 1962 | 9 | 9 |
| 1961 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 14 | 14 |
| 1959 | 6 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 | 6 |
| 1956 | 10 | 10 |
| 1955 | 6 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 |
| 1953 | 8 | 8 |
| 1952 | 7 | 7 |
| 1951 | 8 | 8 |
| 1950 | 7 | 7 |
| 1949 | 7 | 7 |
| 1948 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 | 8 |
| 1944 | 6 | 6 |
| 1943 | 11 | 11 |
| 1942 | 8 | 8 |
| 1940 | 9 | 9 |
| 1939 | 9 | 9 |
| 1938 | 5 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 | 7 |
| 1932 | 9 | 9 |
| 1931 | 10 | 10 |
| 1930 | 10 | 10 |
| 1929 | 9 | 9 |
| 1928 | 10 | 10 |
| 1927 | 7 | 7 |
| 1926 | 7 | 7 |
| 1925 | 11 | 11 |
| 1924 | 10 | 10 |
| 1923 | 7 | 7 |
| 1922 | 5 | 5 |
| 1921 | 6 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 | 6 |
| 1918 | 8 | 8 |
| 1917 | 6 | 6 |
| 1916 | 6 | 6 |
| 1915 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Ladora (1940)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OK | 5 |