Lela
boy nameLela entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #959 in 1886, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1886–2025
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rank today
#959
peak (1886)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #959 |
| 1910s | #3732 |
| 1920s | #3844 |
| 1930s | #3531 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lela alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lela in 2025?
- Lela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lela most popular?
- Lela peaked in 1886, reaching #959 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lela with classmates?
- Lela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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