Lelah
girl name#9457 in 2025Lelah entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #473 in 1893, ranks #9457 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#9457
rank today
#473
peak (1893)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #550 |
| 1890s | #533 |
| 1900s | #815 |
| 1910s | #1118 |
| 1920s | #1491 |
| 1930s | #1997 |
| 1940s | #3598 |
| 1950s | #5215 |
| 1960s | #5994 |
| 1970s | #7326 |
| 1980s | #8648 |
| 1990s | #10393 |
| 2000s | #7784 |
| 2010s | #6973 |
| 2020s | #8398 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Lelah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lelah alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lelah in 2025?
- Lelah ranks #9457 among US girl names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lelah most popular?
- Lelah peaked in 1893, reaching #473 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lelah with classmates?
- Lelah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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