Chella
Chella is a girl baby name. Ranked #19,477 in the US, popular nicknames include Che, Chy, and Cheie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Chella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 122 babies have been named Chella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,477 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #19,477
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Chella
Chella is a girl name .
Chella is currently ranked #19,477 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chella include Che, Chy, Cheie, and Chelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chella include Chelsea . 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