Leela
girl name#1279 in 2025Leela entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #1086 in 2013, ranks #1279 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1898–2025
#1279
rank today
#1086
peak (2013)
175
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1700 |
| 1910s | #4809 |
| 1920s | #4975 |
| 1940s | #4602 |
| 1950s | #5297 |
| 1960s | #5124 |
| 1970s | #5391 |
| 1980s | #5138 |
| 1990s | #5153 |
| 2000s | #2362 |
| 2010s | #1208 |
| 2020s | #1269 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Leela has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 4,500 people named Leela are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Leela 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 Leela in 2025?
- Leela ranks #1279 among US girl names in 2025, with 175 babies given the name.
- When was the name Leela most popular?
- Leela peaked in 2013, reaching #1086 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Leela with classmates?
- Leela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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