Markela
Girl nameMarkela has been given to 136 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It peaked in 1998.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
136
Peak year
1998 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1977
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Markela — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Markela.
Sibling name ideas for Markela
Same era and popularity as Markela, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Markela?
Markela has been given to 136 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Markela peak?
Markela peaked in 1998, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Markela a girl or boy name?
Markela is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Markela are girls).
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