Ella
girl name#29 in 2025Ella entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #12 in 2011, ranks #29 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#29
rank today
#12
peak (2011)
5,831
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #17 |
| 1890s | #32 |
| 1900s | #50 |
| 1910s | #75 |
| 1920s | #95 |
| 1930s | #121 |
| 1940s | #162 |
| 1950s | #255 |
| 1960s | #435 |
| 1970s | #743 |
| 1980s | #985 |
| 1990s | #659 |
| 2000s | #72 |
| 2010s | #15 |
| 2020s | #25 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ella has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Living bearers
About 227,000 people named Ella are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ella alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ella in 2025?
- Ella ranks #29 among US girl names in 2025, with 5,831 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ella most popular?
- Ella peaked in 2011, reaching #12 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ella with classmates?
- Ella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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