Loa Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Haitian
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Loa is a Haitian name associated with powerful spirits in Vodou religion.
Meaning of the Name Loa
Loa is a name of Haitian origin, commonly associated with Vodou religion. In Vodou, the Loa are powerful spirits or deities that are worshipped and invoked for various purposes. The name Loa is often given to children as a way to honor and connect with these spiritual forces. It can also be seen as a symbol of strength, guidance, and protection.
Popularity of the Name Loa
The popularity for the name Loa peaked in popularity in the year 1924 with 29 births, which ranked number 2,945 out of 9,733 unique names for that year. Loa had the most female births in 1924 with 29, which ranked number 1,566 out of 5,900 female names for that year. The number of births for the name Loa has increased sharply over the last ten years from 13 births to 20 births, an increase of 53.85%. Among females, Loa has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 13 births to 20 births, an increase of 53.85%.
Nationwide Popularity of Loa
- 10 Year Trend of Loa: 53.85%
- 10 Year Female Trend of Loa: 53.85%
Popularity of Loa by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Loa. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Loa in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Loa is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Loa
- Total Births of Loa: 21 (4.40%)
- Female Births of Loa: 21 (4.40%)
Given the upward trend of Loa over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 4.40% increase in total births, for a total of 21 births in 2024. For Females, births for Loa have been increasing over the past 10 years, and we expect roughly 21 female births in 2024, an increase of 4.40%.