Kella
Kella is a girl baby name. Ranked #10,126 in the US, popular nicknames include Kel, Key, and Kelie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
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
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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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, and Kelie. 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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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis