Pamella
Pronunciation: [ p-uhm-EHL-uh ]
Pamella is a girl baby name. Ranked #48,261 in the US, popular nicknames include Pam, Pay, and Pamie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Pamella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,409 babies have been named Pamella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pamella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,261 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,261
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Pamella
Pamella is a girl name .
Pamella is currently ranked #48,261 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pamella include Pam, Pay, Pamie, and Pameie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Pamella include Pamela . 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