Fela
Girl nameFela has been given to 50 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It peaked in 1972.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
50
Peak year
1972 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1920
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
90% girls / 10% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Fela — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Fela.
Sibling name ideas for Fela
Same era and popularity as Fela, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Fela?
Fela has been given to 50 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Fela peak?
Fela peaked in 1972, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Fela a girl or boy name?
Fela is primarily a girl name (90% of babies named Fela are girls).
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