Nela
Girl nameNela has been given to 597 babies in the U.S. since 1903. It peaked in 2019. In 2025, about 1 in 133,939 girls was named Nela.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
597
Peak year
2019 (27 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1903
10-year trend
▼ -37%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nela — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nela.
Sibling name ideas for Nela
Same era and popularity as Nela, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nela?
Nela has been given to 597 babies in the U.S. since 1903. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nela peak?
Nela peaked in 2019, when 27 babies were given the name.
Is Nela a girl or boy name?
Nela is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Nela are girls).
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