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Eulalia

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Pronounced yoo-LAY-lee-uh /ju.ˈleɪ.li.ə/Medium

Meaning: sweetly-speaking, well-spokenMedium

In 30 seconds: Eulalia is a Greek name meaning 'sweetly-speaking' or 'well-spoken'.
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Origin MediumGreek
Meaningsweetly-speaking, well-spoken
U.S. rank (2024)#2693 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births64 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,797

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192118802024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Eulalia is built from Greek roots conveying speech that is fair and pleasant, hence 'sweetly-speaking'. The name gained wide use through the early Christian martyr Saint Eulalia, which carried it into Spanish, Catalan, and French traditions. Its meaning praises eloquence and gentle words.

The name reshapes itself richly across languages, from Catalan Eulàlia and its short form Laia to the Spanish folk forms Olalla and Olaya. A historical bearer is Infanta Eulalia of Spain, the youngest child of Isabella II.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Eulalia is 'sweetly-speaking', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
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Variations

OlallaOlayaEulàliaLaiaEulalie

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Infanta Eulalia of Spain (1864-1958)
    Spanish princess, youngest child of Isabella II

If you like Eulalia…

Laia— The popular Catalan short form of Eulalia.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Eulalia mean?

Eulalia is usually explained as meaning 'sweetly-speaking' and is most often linked with Spanish tradition.

How do you pronounce Eulalia?

It's commonly said yoo-LAY-lee-uh /ju.ˈleɪ.li.ə/.

Is Eulalia a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Eulalia is used as a girl name.

How popular is Eulalia?

In 2024, Eulalia ranked #2693 in the U.S. for girls, with 64 births recorded.