Declining since 2009, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Lalah since 1893
Babies named Lalah per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2010, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lalah's real moment was 1893.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 12 |
| 1900s | 11 |
| 1910s | 39 |
| 1920s | 49 |
| 1930s | 19 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 28 |
| 2000s | 131 |
| 2010s | 138 |
| 2020s | 24 |
Meaning & origin
Lalah is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1893 but never gaining widespread use. At its peak in 1893, it was still extremely uncommon. The name's trajectory has been falling since 2009, and as of 2025 it ranks 14,942, appearing in approximately 1 in every 321,453 births. Lalah shows no significant association with any particular state. Its uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Laila or Lala, contributes to its obscure appeal. The name has a soft, melodic sound.
Lalah is a name of uncertain origin, likely a modern or variant form of names like Laila (Arabic for 'night') or Lala (Slavic for 'tulip'). It has been used in the United States since at least the late 19th century, with the first recorded instance in 1893. Despite its early appearance, the name has never been common, reaching its peak popularity in its first year of record.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lala
Sibling names for Lalah
Names that share Lalah's style, for a brother or sister.
