How popular is the name Fela in 2025?

Fela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.

When was the name Fela most popular?

Fela peaked in 1933, reaching #4218 among US girl names.

Fela will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name

Fela entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #4218 in 1933, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#4218

peak (1933)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Fela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Fela alive today was born around 1946, making them about 79 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Fela in 2025?: Fela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
When was the name Fela most popular?: Fela peaked in 1933, reaching #4218 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Fela with classmates?: Fela will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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