Thela
girl nameThela entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #3743 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#3743
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4342 |
| 1920s | #4247 |
| 1930s | #4550 |
| 1940s | #5244 |
| 1950s | #5828 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Thela are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Thela alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Thela in 2025?
- Thela is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Thela most popular?
- Thela peaked in 1928, reaching #3743 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Thela with classmates?
- Thela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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