Lulu Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOO-loo / ˈluːluːArabic; French; English
Meaning
Arabic: pearl; French: a diminutive of Louise; English: a diminutive of Lucy
Historical & Cultural Background
Lulu is often used as a diminutive form of names like Louise and Lucy. In Arabic, it signifies 'pearl,' symbolizing beauty and rarity. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the 20th century, as a standalone name. It is also associated with playful and affectionate connotations.
Trend Summary
Lulu has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lulu
International Variants
- Loulou (French)
- Lúcia (Portuguese)
Famous people named Lulu
Lulu Kennedy-Cairns is a Scottish singer and television personality known for her hit songs in the 1960s.
Lulu Wang is a Chinese-American filmmaker recognized for her critically acclaimed film 'The Farewell'.
Lulu Santos is a Brazilian singer-songwriter celebrated for his contributions to Brazilian pop music.
Lulu Garcia-Navarro is an American journalist and radio host known for her work with NPR.
Fictional characters named Lulu
Lulu is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy X', known for her role as a powerful black mage.
Lulu 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 Lulu was first seen in the United States in 1880. Lulu has ranked as high as #131 nationally, which occurred in 1886, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Lulu has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lulu (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 249 |
| 1881 | 313 |
| 1882 | 279 |
| 1883 | 302 |
| 1884 | 344 |
| 1885 | 360 |
| 1886 | 376 |
| 1887 | 322 |
| 1888 | 367 |
| 1889 | 341 |
| 1890 | 364 |
| 1891 | 315 |
| 1892 | 325 |
| 1893 | 304 |
| 1894 | 278 |
| 1895 | 258 |
| 1896 | 228 |
| 1897 | 199 |
| 1898 | 209 |
| 1899 | 179 |
| 1900 | 196 |
| 1901 | 135 |
| 1902 | 161 |
| 1903 | 122 |
| 1904 | 151 |
| 1905 | 126 |
| 1906 | 115 |
| 1907 | 127 |
| 1908 | 120 |
| 1909 | 123 |
| 1910 | 112 |
| 1911 | 82 |
| 1912 | 125 |
| 1913 | 110 |
| 1914 | 158 |
| 1915 | 167 |
| 1916 | 198 |
| 1917 | 166 |
| 1918 | 183 |
| 1919 | 183 |
| 1920 | 177 |
| 1921 | 160 |
| 1922 | 133 |
| 1923 | 137 |
| 1924 | 113 |
| 1925 | 114 |
| 1926 | 116 |
| 1927 | 114 |
| 1928 | 79 |
| 1929 | 78 |
| 1930 | 71 |
| 1931 | 57 |
| 1932 | 65 |
| 1933 | 42 |
| 1934 | 66 |
| 1935 | 86 |
| 1936 | 92 |
| 1937 | 50 |
| 1938 | 64 |
| 1939 | 54 |
| 1940 | 41 |
| 1941 | 42 |
| 1942 | 26 |
| 1943 | 27 |
| 1944 | 28 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1947 | 22 |
| 1948 | 24 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 24 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 21 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 23 |
| 1959 | 29 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 16 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 50 |
| 2008 | 59 |
| 2009 | 41 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2011 | 54 |
| 2012 | 54 |
| 2013 | 58 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 60 |
| 2016 | 50 |
| 2017 | 66 |
| 2018 | 63 |
| 2019 | 57 |
| 2020 | 59 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2022 | 63 |
| 2023 | 63 |
| 2024 | 45 |