Oralia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Oralia has Latin origins, meaning 'related to speech' or 'eloquence.' It has evolved from the Latin 'oralis' through Old French to its modern English form. The name is associated with traits of communication and grace, with no significant biblical references. Its popularity has increased in the 20th century, especially in Spanish-speaking regions.
The name Oralia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Oralia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Oralia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1953rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 801st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 935th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1880th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3179th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5855th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9716th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Oralia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Oralia"
Pronunciation
/əˈreɪliə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Oralia is derived from the Latin word 'oralis,' which means 'pertaining to the mouth' or 'related to speech.' It is often associated with the notion of eloquence or the act of speaking.
Meaning
related to speech, eloquence
Language Evolution
Latin: Oralis, Old French: Orale, Modern English: Oralia
Historical Usage
Oralia has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries, where it is often seen as a feminine name associated with grace and eloquence.
Variants & Derivatives
Oralie, Oralina, Oral
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Oralia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with creativity and strong communication skills.
Famous People
Oralia B. Rivas, a notable Mexican artist, Oralia Z. Vargas, a recognized poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Oralia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Oralia"
"Oralia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1953rd of 9107 | 332 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 801st of 9204 | 1,467 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 935th of 12526 | 2,204 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1880th of 19264 | 765 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3179th of 27321 | 518 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5855th of 35406 | 335 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9716th of 30306 | 124 |
Regional Popularity of "Oralia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Oralia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
35.46% 839th/2366 |
70.75% 808th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
19.76% 465th/2353 |
47.90% 741st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
18.05% 515th/2853 |
53.73% 1491st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.02% 2262nd/2937 |
- |
27.97% 984th/3518 |
34.94% 1413th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
- |
32.42% 1684th/5194 |
30.68% 1938th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
42.34% 3096th/7313 |
48.73% 3637th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
- |
State-by-State Popularity of "Oralia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Oralia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.