Clela
Girl nameClela has been given to 287 babies in the U.S. since 1893. It peaked in 1918.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
287
Peak year
1918 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1893
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Clela — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Clela.
Sibling name ideas for Clela
Same era and popularity as Clela, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Clela?
Clela has been given to 287 babies in the U.S. since 1893. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Clela peak?
Clela peaked in 1918, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Clela a girl or boy name?
Clela is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Clela are girls).
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