Ela
girl name#1561 in 2025Ela entered the US charts in 1887, peaked at #931 in 1903, ranks #1561 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1887–2025
#1561
rank today
#931
peak (1903)
135
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1069 |
| 1890s | #1292 |
| 1900s | #1481 |
| 1910s | #2639 |
| 1920s | #3533 |
| 1930s | #3312 |
| 1950s | #5408 |
| 1960s | #6020 |
| 1970s | #8601 |
| 1980s | #9680 |
| 1990s | #9598 |
| 2000s | #3990 |
| 2010s | #1801 |
| 2020s | #1754 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ela has been most popular in CA, FL, NY.
Living bearers
About 2,500 people named Ela are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ela is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ela in 2025?
- Ela ranks #1561 among US girl names in 2025, with 135 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ela most popular?
- Ela peaked in 1903, reaching #931 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ela with classmates?
- Ela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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