Kelila
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kelila first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 38 babies have been named Kelila in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kelila is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #58,653 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #58,653
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Kelila
Kelila is a girl name .
Kelila is currently ranked #58,653 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kelila include Kel, Keli, Keliy, Keliie, Key, Keie, and Kelkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kelila include Kelis, Kelilah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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