Zella
girl name#1733 in 2025Zella entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #219 in 1888, ranks #1733 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1733
rank today
#219
peak (1888)
117
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #248 |
| 1890s | #250 |
| 1900s | #293 |
| 1910s | #363 |
| 1920s | #455 |
| 1930s | #570 |
| 1940s | #833 |
| 1950s | #1368 |
| 1960s | #2280 |
| 1970s | #5068 |
| 1980s | #8857 |
| 1990s | #11132 |
| 2000s | #4812 |
| 2010s | #1804 |
| 2020s | #1588 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zella has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 4,300 people named Zella are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zella alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zella in 2025?
- Zella ranks #1733 among US girl names in 2025, with 117 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zella most popular?
- Zella peaked in 1888, reaching #219 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Zella with classmates?
- Zella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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