Vela
girl name#6546 in 2025Vela entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #926 in 1905, ranks #6546 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1888–2025
#6546
rank today
#926
peak (1905)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1136 |
| 1890s | #1412 |
| 1900s | #1199 |
| 1910s | #1484 |
| 1920s | #2156 |
| 1930s | #2792 |
| 1940s | #4035 |
| 1950s | #4459 |
| 1960s | #5742 |
| 1970s | #7995 |
| 1990s | #14122 |
| 2000s | #15609 |
| 2010s | #7459 |
| 2020s | #6306 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Vela has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 400 people named Vela are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Vela 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 Vela in 2025?
- Vela ranks #6546 among US girl names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Vela most popular?
- Vela peaked in 1905, reaching #926 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Vela with classmates?
- Vela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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