Lella
Lella is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,602 in the US, popular nicknames include Lel, Ley, and Lelie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 73 babies have been named Lella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,602 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,602
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Lella
Lella is a girl name .
Lella is currently ranked #71,602 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lella include Lel, Ley, and Lelie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis