Find out how popular the first name Yola has been for the last 8 years (from 1976 to 1983) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yola by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Yola is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1983, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yola.

The history of the first name Yola

The name Yola is believed to have its origins in the Slavic languages, particularly Polish and Ukrainian. It is a diminutive form of the name Jolanta, which is derived from the Old Greek name Violanta, meaning "violet-colored." The name gained popularity in the 9th and 10th centuries in Eastern Europe.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Yola can be found in the chronicles of the Kievan Rus', where a princess named Yola was mentioned in the 11th century. In medieval Poland, the name was associated with nobility and was borne by several members of the royal families.

In the 13th century, a Polish noblewoman named Yola of Opava was a notable figure. She was the wife of Przemysł I, the Duke of Greater Poland, and played a significant role in the political affairs of the region during her lifetime (c. 1245-1299).

The name Yola also appears in religious texts and hagiographies. St. Yola of Córdoba was a 9th-century Spanish martyr who was executed for her Christian faith during the Muslim rule of the Iberian Peninsula. Her feast day is celebrated on September 22nd.

In the 16th century, Yola Gryphin was a Polish noblewoman and philanthropist who established several charitable institutions and supported the education of orphans and underprivileged children (c. 1520-1588).

Another notable figure with the name Yola was Yola Gayot, a French author and playwright from the early 20th century. She was known for her works exploring themes of love, feminism, and social injustice (1889-1949).

Yola Ramírez Oropeza was a Mexican artist and painter renowned for her vibrant murals and frescoes depicting Mexican culture and history. She was an influential figure in the Mexican Muralism movement of the mid-20th century (1918-1991).

Throughout its history, the name Yola has maintained a strong presence in Eastern and Central European countries, as well as in parts of Latin America and France, where it has been influenced by various cultural and linguistic traditions.

Data source

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