Freya vs Lola

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Freya

Girl #160 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noblewoman, lady"

Origin: Proto-Germanic

Cultural Roots

Norse Scandinavian British German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#160
Total SSA Count
1,877
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Frey

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Lola

Girl #272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sorrows"

Origin: Spanish, from Dolores

Cultural Roots

Spanish English German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#272
Total SSA Count
1,155
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Freya Rank #160
Lola Rank #272

Freya is more popular, ranked #160 vs #272 for Lola.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Freya ___

  • Freya Rose
  • Freya Grace
  • Freya Josephine
  • Freya Elise
  • Freya Charlotte
  • Freya Mae

Lola ___

  • Lola Rose
  • Lola Grace
  • Lola Mae
  • Lola Jean
  • Lola Belle
  • Lola Darlene

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Freya or Lola more popular?

Freya is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Lola at #272 in the United States.

What do Freya and Lola mean?

Freya means "noblewoman, lady" (Proto-Germanic origin). Lola means "sorrows" (Spanish, from Dolores origin).

Are Freya and Lola boy or girl names?

Freya is primarily a girl name. Lola is primarily a girl name.

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