Declining since 2022.
Popularity of Lolly since 1916
Babies named Lolly per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 10 |
| 1920s | 13 |
| 1930s | 9 |
| 1940s | 83 |
| 1950s | 110 |
| 1960s | 54 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 30 |
| 2020s | 23 |
Meaning & origin
Lolly first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1916, but its most notable era came in the mid-20th century: it reached its peak rank in 1959, a time when short, affectionate nicknames were especially fashionable. Although Lolly never broke into the national top 1000, its highest usage years clustered in the 1950s. Since 2022 the name has been on a falling trajectory, and in the latest year (2025) it remains a rare choice. Its charm lies in its cheerful, candy-like sound, making it a sweet relic of mid-century nomenclature.
Lolly originated as a pet form of Laura, itself from the Latin laurus 'laurel'. It also developed as a diminutive of Lorraine, a French place name. By the early 20th century it was used as an independent nickname, often for girls named Lois, Lola, or similar. Its usage peaked in the 1950s but has since declined.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Loli, Lollie
Sibling names for Lolly
Names that share Lolly's style, for a brother or sister.
