Lolita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationloh-LEE-tah / loʊˈliːtəSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: 'sorrows'; Latin: diminutive of 'Dolores', meaning 'sorrows'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lolita is often associated with the Spanish language and culture. It gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly due to Vladimir Nabokov's novel 'Lolita', published in 1955. The character in the novel has influenced perceptions of the name, leading to complex cultural associations. Despite its literary origins, the name has also been used in various contexts in Spanish-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Lolita has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often influenced by cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lola
- Lolitita
International Variants
- Lolita (Spanish)
- Lola (Spanish)
- Loletta (Italian)
Famous people named Lolita
Lolita Davidovich is a Canadian actress known for her roles in films such as 'Gods and Monsters'.
Lolita Lempicka is a French fashion designer recognized for her unique style and fragrance lines.
Lolita Chakrabarti is a British actress and playwright acclaimed for her work in theater.
Lolita Haze is a character in Vladimir Nabokov's novel 'Lolita', which explores complex themes of obsession.
Fictional characters named Lolita
Lolita is the titular character in Vladimir Nabokov's novel 'Lolita', representing a controversial subject of obsession.
Lolita is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lolita was first seen in the United States in 1890. Lolita has ranked as high as #755 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, New York, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Lolita has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lolita (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 26 |
| 1903 | 25 |
| 1904 | 18 |
| 1905 | 18 |
| 1906 | 18 |
| 1907 | 15 |
| 1908 | 15 |
| 1909 | 20 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 16 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 25 |
| 1914 | 38 |
| 1915 | 31 |
| 1916 | 44 |
| 1917 | 33 |
| 1918 | 43 |
| 1919 | 41 |
| 1920 | 53 |
| 1921 | 64 |
| 1922 | 52 |
| 1923 | 50 |
| 1924 | 65 |
| 1925 | 60 |
| 1926 | 62 |
| 1927 | 69 |
| 1928 | 62 |
| 1929 | 63 |
| 1930 | 90 |
| 1931 | 67 |
| 1932 | 75 |
| 1933 | 63 |
| 1934 | 54 |
| 1935 | 57 |
| 1936 | 54 |
| 1937 | 68 |
| 1938 | 63 |
| 1939 | 56 |
| 1940 | 83 |
| 1941 | 57 |
| 1942 | 81 |
| 1943 | 66 |
| 1944 | 72 |
| 1945 | 63 |
| 1946 | 76 |
| 1947 | 81 |
| 1948 | 71 |
| 1949 | 65 |
| 1950 | 85 |
| 1951 | 67 |
| 1952 | 89 |
| 1953 | 98 |
| 1954 | 116 |
| 1955 | 110 |
| 1956 | 83 |
| 1957 | 108 |
| 1958 | 94 |
| 1959 | 128 |
| 1960 | 98 |
| 1961 | 122 |
| 1962 | 298 |
| 1963 | 432 |
| 1964 | 285 |
| 1965 | 227 |
| 1966 | 292 |
| 1967 | 279 |
| 1968 | 243 |
| 1969 | 220 |
| 1970 | 218 |
| 1971 | 186 |
| 1972 | 142 |
| 1973 | 152 |
| 1974 | 116 |
| 1975 | 113 |
| 1976 | 108 |
| 1977 | 106 |
| 1978 | 94 |
| 1979 | 113 |
| 1980 | 94 |
| 1981 | 98 |
| 1982 | 93 |
| 1983 | 70 |
| 1984 | 65 |
| 1985 | 45 |
| 1986 | 46 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 54 |
| 1989 | 60 |
| 1990 | 36 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 8 |