Loa Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOH-ah / /ˈloʊ.ə/Hebrew; Scandinavian
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God is my light'; Scandinavian: 'meadow'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, the name Loa is often associated with light and divinity. In Scandinavian contexts, it is linked to nature and pastoral life. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions, particularly in Scandinavia. It is also used in some modern contexts as a unique choice for girls.
Trend Summary
The name Loa has not been widely popular in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Loah
- Lóa
International Variants
- Lóa (Icelandic)
- Loa (Spanish)
Famous people named Loa
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Loa was first seen in the United States in 1894. Loa has ranked as high as #887 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Utah, California, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Loa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Loa (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1894 | 8 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 29 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 17 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 19 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 24 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 21 |
| 1939 | 22 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 19 |