Pemela
Pemela is a girl baby name. Ranked #63,188 in the US, popular nicknames include Pem, Pey, and Pemie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Pemela first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 5 babies have been named Pemela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pemela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #63,188 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #63,188
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Pemela
Pemela is a girl name .
Pemela is currently ranked #63,188 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Pemela include Pem, Pey, Pemie, and Pemeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis