Kella
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 458 babies have been named Kella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kella is past its peak , currently ranked #10,126 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,126
- Total SSA Count
- 11
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About the Name Kella
Kella is a girl name .
Kella is currently ranked #10,126 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kella include Kel, Key, Keie, and Kelkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kella include Kelly . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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