Jela
girl nameJela entered the US charts in 1996, peaked at #7104 in 1998, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1996–2025
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rank today
#7104
peak (1998)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #10154 |
| 2000s | #14132 |
| 2020s | #10312 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jela alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jela in 2025?
- Jela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Jela most popular?
- Jela peaked in 1998, reaching #7104 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jela with classmates?
- Jela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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