Kanella
Kanella is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,075 in the US, popular nicknames include Kan, Kay, and Kanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kanella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 11 babies have been named Kanella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kanella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,075 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,075
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Kanella
Kanella is a girl name .
Kanella is currently ranked #36,075 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kanella include Kan, Kay, Kanie, and Kaneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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