Mella
Girl nameMella has been given to 333 babies in the U.S. since 1885. It peaked in 1921.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
333
Peak year
1921 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1885
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Mella — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Mella.
FAQ
How popular is the name Mella?
Mella has been given to 333 babies in the U.S. since 1885. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Mella peak?
Mella peaked in 1921, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Mella a girl or boy name?
Mella is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Mella are girls).
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