Kelela

Kelela is a girl baby name. Ranked #26,939 in the US, popular nicknames include Kel, Key, and Kelie.

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Girl Name #26,939 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Kelela is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Kelela often also consider Asmitha, Sanniyah, Marbeli .

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Historical Record

Kelela first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.

Over 6 babies have been named Kelela in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Kelela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,939 for girl names in the US .

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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#26,939
Total SSA Count
6

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Kel Key Kelie Keleie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kelela

Is Kelela a boy or girl name?
Kelela is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Kelela?
Kelela is currently ranked #26939 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kelela?
Common nicknames for Kelela include Kel, Key, Kelie, and Keleie.
Is Kelela a common or rare name?
Kelela is an uncommon name, ranked #26939 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Kelela?
Kelela pairs well with Asmitha, Sanniyah, Marbeli, Sohani in style and sound.

About the Name Kelela

Kelela is a girl name .

Kelela is currently ranked #26,939 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Kelela include Kel, Key, Kelie, and Keleie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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