Ola
Ola is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “High status, glory”.
| Meaning | High status, glory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | علا |
| Pronunciation | OO-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Ola
Ola, or ʿUlā, is an Arabic girl's name that means high rank or glory. It comes from the root ʿ-l-w, which is about height and being raised up. Egyptian and Levantine families are especially fond of it. The same spelling also exists in Yoruba, where it means wealth or honour, and in Scandinavia, which can sometimes cause confusion outside the Arab world.
Is Ola a Muslim name?
As an Arabic name, Ola is a Muslim name meaning high status, common in Egypt, Jordan and Palestine; its root appears in al-Aʿlā, 'the Most High' (Quran 87:1).
How popular is Ola?
Ola is popular in Egypt, Jordan, Palestine and Syria.
Gifts with the name Ola
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Spellings and variants of Ola
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ola mean?
Ola means 'High status, glory'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ola a Muslim name?
As an Arabic name, Ola is a Muslim name meaning high status, common in Egypt, Jordan and Palestine; its root appears in al-Aʿlā, 'the Most High' (Quran 87:1).
How do you pronounce Ola?
Ola is pronounced OO-lah.
Is Ola a boy or girl name?
Ola is usually a girl name.