Lalia
A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "to chat" or "talkative".
Name Census estimates that about 277 living Americans carry the first name Lalia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lalia today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lalia births was 2009 (20 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lalia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
277
~ 1 in 1,237,380 Americans
Peak year
2009
20 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2024 SSA rank
#14,414
Tracked since 1886
Popularity
Lalia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lalia from the 1880s through to the 2020s, spanning 10 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 127 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Lalia remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lalia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lalia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lalias live
Origin
Meaning and history of Lalia
The name Lalia is believed to have originated from the Greek language, with its roots dating back to ancient times. The name is derived from the Greek word "lalia," which means "speech" or "conversation." It is a feminine name that has been used across various cultures and regions over the centuries.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lalia can be found in Greek mythology. In the tales, Lalia was a nymph associated with the goddess Artemis, known for her eloquence and storytelling abilities. This mythological connection may have contributed to the name's association with speech and communication.
During the Byzantine era, the name Lalia gained popularity among the Greek-speaking population. It was often bestowed upon daughters as a symbol of their ability to express themselves eloquently and communicate effectively. In Byzantine literature, there are references to notable individuals bearing the name Lalia, although specific records are scarce.
In the 16th century, a notable figure named Lalia Pedemonti emerged in Italy. She was a renowned poet and writer, celebrated for her literary works and her mastery of language. Pedemonti's contributions to the Italian Renaissance literature further solidified the name's association with eloquence and artistic expression.
Another historical figure of note was Lalia Sokolnicka, a Polish noble and landowner who lived in the 17th century. She was known for her leadership skills and her active role in the political affairs of her time, demonstrating the versatility of the name beyond its linguistic connotations.
Fast-forwarding to the 19th century, Lalia Karavaeva was a Russian philanthropist and patron of the arts. She dedicated her life and wealth to supporting various cultural initiatives, including the establishment of schools and museums. Karavaeva's legacy as a patron of the arts further enriched the name's association with creativity and intellectual pursuits.
While the name Lalia may not be widely popular in modern times, its historical roots and associations with eloquence, artistic expression, and intellectual endeavors have left an indelible mark on its cultural significance.
People
Lalia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lalia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lalia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lalia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 277 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lalia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,237,380 US residents.
Is Lalia a common name?
We classify Lalia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 78.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 339 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lalia most popular?
The single biggest year for Lalia was 2009, when 20 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lalia is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lalia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lalia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.