N
NamyLab

Zola

female
Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Earth; Clod"

Used across languages, it may derive from Italian dialect words for earth, and gained recognition through literary surname associations.

Themes:shortliteraryglobal
NatureNaturalUniqueRare

Fact-checked by Sarah Mitchell

B.A. Journalism, Northwestern University10+ Years Parenting WritingMom of Three • Parenting Editor

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Zola

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#1106Ranked in 2024

Loading chart...

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Selected Year Rank
#1106

Zola was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
+14

better than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Zola Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Zola.

8 ideas
zoly
Nickname
zola
Nickname
zie
Nickname
zy
Nickname
zo
Nickname
ZO
Nickname
zolaie
Nickname
zolay
Nickname

Similar Names to Zola

female

Ashley

“Ash Tree Clearing”

#124
|English
female

Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141
|Hebrew
female

Andrea

“Manly, Courageous”

#185
|Greek
female

Amber

“Amber Resin”

#541
|Arabic
female

Ava

AY-vuh

“Birdlike; Life”

#9
|Germanic
female

Alyssa

uh-LIS-uh

“Rational; or Alyssum Flower”

#399
|Greek
female

April

“Opening of Spring”

#502
|Latin
female

Anita

“Grace Favor”

#1463
|Hebrew
female

Annette

“Grace”

#1304
|French
female

Agnes

“Pure”

#1063
|Greek

Baby Name Lists That Include Zola

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Zola, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

21 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Zola mean?
Zola means "Earth; Clod". Used across languages, it may derive from Italian dialect words for earth, and gained recognition through literary surna
What is the origin of Zola?
Zola is of Italian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Zola?
According to the latest SSA data, Zola is currently ranked #1106 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Zola a girl name?
Zola is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Zola?
Popular nicknames for Zola include zoly, zola, zie, zy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Zola?
There are many names similar to Zola in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginItalian, African
Syllables2
Length4 letters
US Rank#1106
Trend↑ Rising
Starts withZ

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Zola

Zola has Italian roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Italian baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Zola appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Names That Mean Nature and African Baby Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Earth-Inspired Nature Names and Unique Baby Names.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Zola pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Zola beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.