Naelah
girl nameNaelah entered the US charts in 2009, peaked at #14124 in 2017, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2009–2025
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rank today
#14124
peak (2017)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #15242 |
| 2010s | #14124 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Naelah are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Naelah alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Naelah in 2025?
- Naelah is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Naelah most popular?
- Naelah peaked in 2017, reaching #14124 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Naelah with classmates?
- Naelah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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