Holding steady.
Popularity of Yola since 1900
Babies named Yola per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 16 |
| 1910s | 171 |
| 1920s | 238 |
| 1930s | 98 |
| 1940s | 28 |
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Yola is a rare baby name that saw its highest recorded usage in 1915, during the 1910s. It has never appeared in the top 1,000 names in the United States, and its one-in-N ratio is not available due to insufficient data. The name's trajectory suggests a stable but extremely low level of use, with no significant revival. Yola is likely related to the more common Yolanda, which has a longer history of use. The name is sometimes considered a Spanish diminutive. While it lacks widespread recognition, its simplicity and vowel-heavy sound appeal to parents seeking an uncommon, vintage-style name. As of 2025, the most recent year with available data, Yola remains a rare choice with no top states or notable bearers.
Yola is likely a diminutive or variant of Yolanda, which derives from the Greek 'Iolanthe' or 'Iole', associated with the violet flower. It may also be a Spanish nickname form. The name saw modest use in the early 20th century, particularly in the 1910s, but has remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Yola
Names that share Yola's style, for a brother or sister.
