Caela
Caela is a girl baby name. Ranked #12,943 in the US, popular nicknames include Cae, Cay, and Caeie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Caela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 462 babies have been named Caela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,943 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #12,943
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Alternative Spellings
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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About the Name Caela
Caela is a girl name .
Caela is currently ranked #12,943 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caela include Cae, Cay, and Caeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caela include Caeli . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis