Holding steady.
Popularity of Eulah since 1881
Babies named Eulah per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1915, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Eulah's real moment was 1906.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 73 |
| 1890s | 176 |
| 1900s | 259 |
| 1910s | 451 |
| 1920s | 498 |
| 1930s | 227 |
| 1940s | 129 |
| 1950s | 53 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Eulah is a rare and delicate name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1881. It reached its peak popularity in 1906, but has since faded into obscurity. The name is most likely a variant of Eula, which has Greek origins and may mean 'sweetly spoken.' While it never ranked in the top 1,000 names, its modest usage in the early 1900s gives it a vintage charm. Today, Eulah is an uncommon choice, offering a sense of uniqueness and historical depth. Its trajectory has been stable, with no recent revival, making it a truly distinctive option for parents seeking an old-fashioned name.
Eulah is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1881. It is likely a variant of Eula, a name that may be derived from the Greek word 'eulalos' meaning 'sweetly spoken' or 'well-spoken.' Alternatively, it could be a creative respelling or elaboration of names like Eula or Ula. The name saw modest usage in the early 1900s, reaching its peak in 1906, but has since fallen out of common use.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Eula
Sibling names for Eulah
Names that share Eulah's style, for a brother or sister.
