Clela
girl nameClela entered the US charts in 1893, peaked at #1299 in 1895, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1893–2025
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rank today
#1299
peak (1895)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1368 |
| 1900s | #1736 |
| 1910s | #2619 |
| 1920s | #3015 |
| 1930s | #3631 |
| 1940s | #4237 |
| 1960s | #6578 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Clela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Clela alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Clela in 2025?
- Clela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Clela most popular?
- Clela peaked in 1895, reaching #1299 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Clela with classmates?
- Clela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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