Mella

Pronunciation: [ m-EHL-uh ]

Mella is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,700 in the US, popular nicknames include Mel, Mey, and Melie.

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Girl Name #13,700 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Mella is a girl name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-EHL-uh.

Parents who love the name Mella often also consider Eirlys, Elvi, Samoura .

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Historical Record

Mella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.

Over 134 babies have been named Mella in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Mella is past its peak , currently ranked #13,700 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#13,700
Current Rank
Peaked 1955 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#13,700
Total SSA Count
9

Nicknames

Mel Mey Melie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mella

Is Mella a boy or girl name?
Mella is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Mella?
Mella is pronounced m-EHL-uh.
How popular is the name Mella?
Mella is currently ranked #13700 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mella?
Common nicknames for Mella include Mel, Mey, and Melie.
Is Mella a common or rare name?
Mella is an uncommon name, ranked #13700 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Mella?
Mella pairs well with Eirlys, Elvi, Samoura, Lewhat in style and sound.

About the Name Mella

Mella is a girl name .

Mella is currently ranked #13,700 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Mella include Mel, Mey, and Melie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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