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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LOH-tah /ˈloʊ.tə/
Origin: Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning: Hebrew: 'God is my light'; Spanish: 'little flower'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lota has its roots in the Hebrew name "Lot," which means "veil" or "covering." In the biblical context, Lot is a significant figure in the Book of Genesis, known for being the nephew of Abraham and for his role in the story of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. The name was later adopted into Greek as "Lōt," maintaining its original meaning and biblical significance.
From Greek, it transitioned into Latin as "Lotus," which further influenced its adaptation into various languages, including Old French, before finally entering the English lexicon as Lota. Historically, the name Lota has been associated with various cultural and religious narratives.
The figure of Lot appears in several significant texts, including the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, which dates back to the 3rd century BCE. This translation played a crucial role in the dissemination of biblical stories throughout the Hellenistic world and later into the Roman Empire.
The name Lota, while less common than its biblical counterpart, has been used in literature and art, often evoking themes of protection and moral complexity associated with the biblical Lot. Culturally, Lota carries connotations of resilience and moral dilemmas, reflecting the challenges faced by its biblical namesake.
The name has also been embraced in various cultures, sometimes appearing in diminutive forms or variations that retain the essence of its original meaning. The enduring nature of Lota can be attributed to its deep historical roots and the rich narratives surrounding its biblical origins, which continue to resonate in religious and literary contexts.
Famous people named Lota
In this section, you will find notable people named Lota. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Lota who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Lota who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Lota Hadadi is a singer best known for her work in the Brazilian music scene and her contributions to the genre of MPB (Música Popular Brasileira).
Lota de Macedo Soares is a landscape architect best known for her work on the Aterro do Flamengo park in Rio de Janeiro.
Fictional characters named Lota
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Lota is a fictional character from the film The Island of Dr. Moreau. She is a creature created by Dr. Moreau who embodies both human and animal traits, representing the ethical dilemmas of genetic experimentation.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Lota. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lota was first seen in the United States in 1881.
Lota has ranked as high as #650 nationally, which occurred in 1912, and has been most popular in Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Lota has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lota 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 Lota was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Lota (1916)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
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 Lota.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1916 | 19 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1913 | 17 |
| 1912 | 20 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1908 | 10 |
| 1907 | 17 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1905 | 10 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1900 | 12 |
| 1898 | 11 |
| 1897 | 15 |
| 1896 | 12 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1889 | 9 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1881 | 7 |