Find out how popular the first name Loella has been for the last 7 years (from 2016 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Loella by gender

Based on the last 7 years of data, Loella is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Loella.

The history of the first name Loella

The name Loella has its roots in the Latin language and is derived from the feminine form of the name Loellus, which was a Roman family name. The name is believed to have originated during the height of the Roman Empire, somewhere between the 1st and 4th centuries AD.

Loella is a combination of two Latin words, "laus" meaning praise or glory, and "ella" which is a diminutive suffix commonly used to create affectionate or diminutive forms of names. Thus, Loella can be interpreted to mean "little praise" or "little glory."

While there are no known references to the name Loella in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is believed to have been used as a personal name among certain Roman families during the early centuries of the Common Era. The earliest recorded instance of the name Loella appears to be from the 5th century AD, found in a Roman inscription discovered in the city of Pompeii.

Throughout history, the name Loella has been borne by several notable individuals, including Loella Mendoza (1924-2004), a Filipino actress and singer who was a prominent figure in the Golden Age of Philippine cinema. Another notable Loella was Loella May Pearce (1891-1976), an American artist and illustrator known for her work in children's books.

In the literary world, Loella Dowell (1924-2012) was an American author and journalist who wrote extensively on topics related to the American West and Native American culture. Loella Caskey (1900-1985) was an American painter and ceramist who gained recognition for her artwork depicting scenes from the American Southwest.

Lastly, Loella Kendrick (1912-2005) was an American politician and activist who served as the first African-American woman elected to the Kansas State Legislature, holding office from 1957 to 1961.

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