Chala
Girl nameChala has been given to 139 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It peaked in 1976.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
139
Peak year
1976 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1974
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Chala — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Chala.
Sibling name ideas for Chala
Same era and popularity as Chala, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Chala?
Chala has been given to 139 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Chala peak?
Chala peaked in 1976, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Chala a girl or boy name?
Chala is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Chala are girls).
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