Lotta Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAH-tah / ˈlɒtəGerman; Scandinavian
Meaning
German: free woman; Scandinavian: little
Historical & Cultural Background
Lotta is often considered a diminutive of Charlotte, which has roots in the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man.' In Scandinavian countries, Lotta is used as an independent name. It has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the 20th century. The name is associated with a sense of independence and strength.
Trend Summary
Lotta has seen a steady presence in the US, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lotte
- Lottie
International Variants
- Lotte (Dutch)
- Lotta (Swedish)
- Lotte (German)
Famous people named Lotta
Lotta Volkova is a Russian stylist known for her work in fashion.
Lotta Schelin is a retired Swedish footballer who played for the national team.
Lotta Hinschberger is a German artist recognized for her contemporary works.
Lotta Blokker is a Dutch actress known for her roles in various television series.
Fictional characters named Lotta
Lotta is a character in the children's book series by Astrid Lindgren, known for her adventurous spirit.
Lotta from the 'Lotta' series by Astrid Lindgren is a young girl who often finds herself in amusing situations.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lotta was first seen in the United States in 1880. Lotta has ranked as high as #297 nationally, which occurred in 1883, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Lotta has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lotta (1924)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 16 |
| 1882 | 21 |
| 1883 | 25 |
| 1884 | 17 |
| 1885 | 20 |
| 1886 | 20 |
| 1887 | 16 |
| 1888 | 19 |
| 1889 | 12 |
| 1890 | 10 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 15 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1900 | 10 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2016 | 5 |