Gela
girl nameGela entered the US charts in 1965, peaked at #6539 in 1965, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1965–2025
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rank today
#6539
peak (1965)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6672 |
| 1970s | #9067 |
| 1980s | #9095 |
| 2010s | #16869 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gela alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gela in 2025?
- Gela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gela most popular?
- Gela peaked in 1965, reaching #6539 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gela with classmates?
- Gela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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