Chela
girl nameChela entered the US charts in 1955, peaked at #1536 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1955–2025
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rank today
#1536
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5208 |
| 1960s | #6617 |
| 1970s | #6659 |
| 1980s | #6390 |
| 1990s | #8177 |
| 2000s | #12580 |
| 2010s | #15908 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Chela are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Chela alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chela in 2025?
- Chela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Chela most popular?
- Chela peaked in 1985, reaching #1536 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Chela with classmates?
- Chela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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