Mekella
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Mekella first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 6 babies have been named Mekella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mekella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,281 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #31,281
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Mekella
Mekella is a girl name .
Mekella is currently ranked #31,281 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mekella include Mek, Meke, Mekey, Mekeie, Lla, Llay, Llaie, Mey, Meie, and Mekkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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