Lola vs Molly
Compare the available meaning, origin, and themes for Lola and Molly. Then say both call names aloud beside the cues used in your home.
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Lola
- Meaning
- Spanish diminutive of Dolores, a name meaning “sorrows”
- Origin
- Spanish diminutive
- Gender
- Female
- Pronunciation
- LOH-luh (English); LOH-lah (Spanish)
Themes: Adorable Dog Names · Affectionate Dog Names · Afghan Hound Dog Names · Africanis Names · Aidi Names · Akbash Names · Alaskan Husky Dog Names · Alaskan Klee Kai Dog Names
Molly
- Meaning
- Medieval English diminutive of Mary; Mary's deeper meaning is uncertain
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Female
- Pronunciation
- MAHL-ee
Themes: Adorable Dog Names · Afghan Hound Dog Names · Africanis Names · Agility Dog Names for Fast · Aidi Names · Airedale Terrier Dog Names · Akbash Names · Akita Names
How They Differ
- Cultural origin: Spanish diminutive vs English
Choosing a call name
The directory fields cannot decide how your household will use either name. Try these checks aloud:
- Say each candidate in your normal voice and in the way you would call a dog outside. Check the nickname you are likely to use.
- Say each candidate beside your actual cues and other pet or family names. Similar-sounding words deserve a closer listen; a spelling check cannot predict a dog's response.
- Choose the name your household can say and use consistently. Meaning and origin can help break a tie if both calls work for you.