Cella
Pronunciation: [ s-EHL-uh ]
Cella is a girl baby name. Ranked #69,818 in the US, popular nicknames include Cel, Cey, and Celie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Cella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 128 babies have been named Cella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #69,818 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #69,818
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Cella
Cella is a girl name .
Cella is currently ranked #69,818 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cella include Cel, Cey, and Celie. 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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