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Lala

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Pronounced LAH-lah /ˈlɑ.lɑ/Medium

Meaning: Variously from the Slavic/Persian lala, 'a tulip', and a reduplicative pet form of names like Laura/Eulalia; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A tulip: Lala is Slavic/Persian. Lyrical, homey, and warm (said 'LAH-lah').
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Origin LowSlavic, Persian
MeaningVariously from the Slavic/Persian lala, 'a tulip', and a reduplicative pet form of names like Laura/Eulalia; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#8635 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births12 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,777

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192418842025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lala comes variously from the Slavic/Persian lala, 'a tulip', and from a reduplicative pet form of names like Laura/Eulalia (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, homey name (said 'LAH-lah').

In the U.S. it appears as a nickname-name. Rare, a-tulip at the root, and homey.

Did you know? Lala means 'a tulip' in the Slavic/Persian — and is also a reduplicative pet form of names like Laura — lyrical and homey (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'LAH-lah').
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Lala — routes layered

Variations

LalahLailaLola

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lala mean?

Lala is variously Slavic/Persian 'a tulip' and a pet form of names like Laura; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Lala?

It's said LAH-lah /ˈlɑ.lɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lala a boy or girl name?

Lala is a girl's name.

How popular is Lala?

Lala is a rare name in the U.S.

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