Nela
girl name#8362 in 2025Nela entered the US charts in 1903, peaked at #1727 in 1906, ranks #8362 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1903–2025
#8362
rank today
#1727
peak (1906)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1860 |
| 1910s | #3427 |
| 1920s | #3995 |
| 1930s | #3905 |
| 1940s | #4056 |
| 1950s | #4845 |
| 1960s | #6030 |
| 1980s | #10912 |
| 1990s | #13724 |
| 2000s | #10365 |
| 2010s | #7303 |
| 2020s | #6819 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nela has been most popular in IL, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Nela are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nela alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nela in 2025?
- Nela ranks #8362 among US girl names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nela most popular?
- Nela peaked in 1906, reaching #1727 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nela with classmates?
- Nela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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